https://www.burntoak.medway.sch.uk/   

Burnt Oak is a vibrant and nurturing educational setting in the heart of Gillingham. At Burnt Oak, our primary focus is not just on academic excellence, but on fostering a sense of belonging, well-being, and celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our unique and diverse community. Our dedicated staff are committed to creating a learning environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their best. The community is at the heart of Burnt Oak Primary School; we believe in the power of collaboration and value the relationships between pupils, parents, teachers, and the wider community. 

Well-being is a cornerstone of our educational philosophy, and our curriculum is designed to be enriching and inclusive. Using innovative methods for teaching and learning, we ensure that each child is enabled to ‘Enjoy, Achieve and Succeed’, and equipped with the skills and knowledge needed for success in their future.

The Burnt Oak Governing Committee

Burnt Oak Primary School Governing Committee meet at least 5 times a year and is chaired by Simon Lucas

This committee ensures the school offers a broad and balanced curriculum in accordance with the National Curriculum; receives performance data and timely reports of pupils' achievements and progress; provides strategic advice and guidance on personnel matters; ensures well-being of pupils and staff if being considered, review proposed building projects, look at current and future staffing and receives reports on safeguarding and child protection.  Finance is also discussed during these meetings and monitors the budget; agrees priorities for revenue and capital funding; ensures the school maintains internal financial controls; has initial oversight of school premises and grounds; receives proposals for capital projects and ensures best practice in procurement and implementation of works and take as a lead responsibility for health and safety and mandatory requirements.