Agenda item

Report of the Headmistress of the City of London School for Girls (copy attached).

The Board considered a report of the Headmistress relative to various School issues such as Educational Visits, Health & Safety and Lettings.

Educational Trips

The Headmistress reported that the planned Barbados Sports Trip required Governor approval as did any trip involving ‘hazardous activities’ such as open water swimming. The Headmistress reassured the Board that the appropriate risks had been and will be assessed and that appropriate procedures and contingencies would be in place. The School had organised the trip with ‘Inspiresport’ who specialised in School sports tours.

Governors were informed that pupils would be accompanied by qualified supervisors at all times and that a resuscitator would also be on hand and emergency plans in place. The Headmistress clarified that there would be 1 adult assigned to every 5 pupils.

Finally, the Headmistress confirmed that Clive Atkins, the School’s Educational Visits Consultant had viewed and was content with the arrangements in place.

Governors’ Visiting Days

The Chairman stated that, whilst all Governors were welcome to visit the School where possible, it was important that such visits ‘fitted in’ with the Headmistress and SMT and were beneficial for the School.

Health & Safety

The Chairman requested clarification regarding City Corporation Health and Safety recording requirements.  The Town Clerk undertook to raise this matter on behalf of the Board and report back.

RESOLVED – That, the Board approve the Sports Tour to Barbados on the basis of the information and assurances provided by the Headmistress and note that they are satisfied that all appropriate steps have been followed.