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“The Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed planted in a field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but it becomes the largest of plants; it grows into a tree, and birds come and make nests in its branches”. Matthew 13:31-31<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_single_image image=”8742″ img_size=”2000X600″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Governors<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1740502543533{padding-right: 20px !important;}”]In May 2024, St Bartholomew’s C of E Primary School became a member of the Quantock Education Trust. As a result of this change, the governance structure and membership has changed and the St Bartholomew’s C of E Primary School Local Governing Committee is now a subsidiary of the Quantock Education Trust (QET) Board of Governors.<\/p>\n

The governors meet at least twice every term usually in the early evening. They receive reports from the Headteacher and Subject Leaders concerning relevant school matters and discuss various topics relating to the efficient running of the School.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Stephen Gray – Chair, Foundation Governor
\nGovernor Responsibilities : SEND & Pupil Premium” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Revd Stephen Gray moved to Crewkerne with this family in 1999 and has been the Minister at Crewkerne Community Church ever since. A husband, father & grandfather, Stephen has seen his family journey through the local schools in Crewkerne. He has previously served as a governor at another local school for 12 years. Other community involvement included a time as Chaplain to the Royal British Legion and he is also the founder of Be A Good Neighbour which is Crewkerne\u2019s local food bank.<\/div>\n
To get some \u201ddown time\u201d Stephen follows Ulster Rugby but you might also see him occasionally watching Yeovil Town FC or down the Gym at Crewkerne Aqua Centre.<\/div>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Elizabeth Fox – Local Authority Governor
\nGovernor Responsibilities : Safeguarding & Attendance” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Elizabeth joined the Governing Body in September 2023 after moving to the area in March 2022. She feels privileged and proud to have the opportunity to be part of the school community and contribute to its success.\u00a0 Previously a Humanities teacher and Head of Sixth Form in Hertfordshire, Elizabeth now works for Somerset Council supporting vulnerable young people to access and achieve in education. In her spare time, she likes to spend time with friends and family. She also enjoys walking her dogs.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Gemma Coward – Headteacher” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Gemma is proud to be the Headteacher of St Bartholomew\u2019s Church of England Primary School and is passionate about providing an excellent Character and academic education for all children. She took up the role of substantive Headteacher in January 2018.<\/p>\n

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Gemma is committed to continuing to develop St Bartholomew\u2019s as a school of character, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to discover and grow their unique talents and gifts, becoming responsible, compassionate citizens of the world. This passion extends beyond the school through her leadership of social action conferences, bringing together children from across the Quantock Education Trust to collaborate on issues that matter to them.<\/p>\n

She also values strong partnership working, enjoying collaboration with colleagues across the Crewkerne and Ilminster partnership. As Chair of the Headteachers\u2019 group, she works closely with others to support and enhance the educational journey of all children in Crewkerne. In addition, Gemma co-facilitates the Crewkerne Leaders Community Breakfast, working with organisations across the local area to support children and families.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Tammy Court – Staff Governor
\nResponsibilities : SEND” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n