Leven Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Voluntary controlled primary school in Beverley (East Riding of Yorkshire).
Location
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Welcome to Leven Church of England Primary School. As Headteacher, I am delighted to welcome you to our school community - one built on care, respect, and a shared commitment to helping every child flourish. At Leven CE Primary School, our vision Together we shine as one is at the heart of everything we do.
We believe every child has unique strengths, talents, and potential, and we are passionate about nurturing these in a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. Our dedicated team of staff work in close partnership with families and the wider community to create a rich, inspiring curriculum that encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
We want every child to feel proud of who they are, excited about their learning, and ready to make a positive difference in the world. Whether you are a current parent, a prospective family, or simply visiting, I hope our website gives you a sense of the warmth, ambition, and unity that defines our school. We look forward to welcoming you to Leven CE Primary School.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Key facts
- URN
- 117981
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Constituency
- Beverley and Holderness
- Setting
- Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (7 current, 5 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Michael Furbank | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Wendy Lee | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr James Doyle | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Carol Hancock | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr David Sweeney | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Rene Mattock | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2021 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Winifred Anne Tennison | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2015 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Gwyneth Jones Former | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · term ended 2025 |
| Mrs Lauren Warnett Former | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Heidi Tibbetts Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · term ended 2025 |
| Mrs Wendy Lee Former | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2021 · term ended 2025 |
| Mrs Lauren Warnett Former | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2020 · term ended 2025 |
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