Welcome from the Chair of Governors

Welcome to Cloughwood Academy, the founder member of the Kaleidoscope Learning Trust. 

Cloughwood caters for pupils aged 8–16 years but also has a Post 16 resource. We have a Residential Provision, where pupils can enjoy overnight stays or extended days.  Cloughwood caters for pupils with a range of needs, most of which can be described as Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).  Cloughwood is an innovative and forward-thinking school, recognised in its 'Outstanding’ Ofsted reports for both the school and the Residential Provision. 

Primary offers a nurturing environment where pupils can gain confidence, resilience and independence, which allows them to transition seamlessly to secondary to continue their education.  Secondary offers a broad and balanced curriculum and pupils are given every opportunity to reach their full potential, supported by a dedicated and caring staff team. The opening of our post-16 provision has ensured our pupils can continue their education at Cloughwood and are fully prepared for ‘life after school’ and the world of work.

The Local Governing Body (LGB) comprises a maximum of 9 governors drawn from all walks of life and includes staff governors and parent governors.  It works as a committee of the Kaleidoscope Learning Trust – it acts in accordance with the Scheme of Delegation, which lays out the tasks that the Trust Board asks the LGB to carry out on its behalf.  

I am extremely proud to be the Chair of the Local Governing Body and to be part of the growing community that is Cloughwood Academy, which truly lives up to its motto:

‘Be your best possible self’

We, as governors, are fully committed to supporting the school, and we play an active part in ensuring that the school continues to grow and develop.

Hannah Madeley

Chair, Cloughwood LGB