Melsonby Methodist Primary School
Voluntary controlled primary school in Richmond (North Yorkshire).
Location
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Welcome to The Federation North and South Cowton Community and Melsonby Methodist Primary Schools at our Federation of Primary Schools, we are passionate about sparking curiosity, igniting passion, and nurturing a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. We believe that every child is unique and celebrate what makes each one special.
As a group of small schools, we are dedicated to fostering close-knit, supportive environments where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive. Our inclusive community embraces diversity, promotes equality, and is committed to supporting every individual to reach their full potential.
Through collaborative working across our Federation, we create opportunities for students to learn from each other, share experiences, and develop a sense of community beyond their own school.
By combining the strengths of each school, children gain access to a wider range of enriching learning opportunities and benefit from expert teaching in key areas both in and out of the classroom.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Awards
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Key facts
- URN
- 121543
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Methodist
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- Constituency
- Richmond and Northallerton
- Setting
- Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (9 current, 3 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gail Smith | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liz McAllister | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Lily Peoples | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2026 |
| Debbie Andrew | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Shaun Henderson | Governor | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Tracy Hughes | Governor | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| James Marley | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Emily Fenney | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Sarah Morrice | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Judith Cutler Former | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
| Debbie Andrew Former | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
| Helen Robinson Former | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2021 · term ended 2026 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record