Governance & leadership
Clear accountability for every young person
School accountability sits with Evolution Education Limited. Governance exists to keep safeguarding, education quality and young people at the centre of every decision.
Advisory Board
Independent advice around Leadership
The Advisory Board strengthens oversight and brings experienced external challenge. It is chaired by Ges Smith. Membership continues to develop.
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Ges Smith
Chair of the Advisory Board. Ges is an experienced UK educator and former headteacher of Jo Richardson Community School in Dagenham, East London. Over a long career in school leadership he has led local provision and community engagement across the area, and was recognised with a Pearson National Teaching Award for lifetime achievement. He brings independent educational challenge, practical leadership insight and a strong understanding of local schools to Evolution Education.
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Purpose of the Advisory Board
To advise Leadership on safeguarding, education quality, inclusion and organisational development as Independent School registration progresses.
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Accountability remains clear
Evolution Education Limited remains the accountable body. Advisory advice supports decisions; it does not replace statutory responsibility.