Inspired Learning Group
Clayesmore School is part of the Inspired Learning Group (‘ILG’) of independent schools and
nurseries. Head Office address: Georgian House, Park Lane, Stanmore, HA7 3AD.
Telephone: 020 71279862.
Learn More: https://www.inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk/
Our Aim
ILG strives to create safe and inspiring educational environments where children can grow
into positive and impactful members of society who will, one day in turn, shape the outlook
of the next generation. Our schools and nurseries combine traditional values and forward-
thinking ideas to help every single pupil realise their potential, so they are prepared to take
on jobs that have not yet been invented.
Our Philosophy
ILG believes, first and foremost, in putting your child at the heart of everything we do. We
endeavour to provide educational excellence within a culture of care to nurture each pupil
the best we can. We want to offer a wide range of opportunities, both academic and extra-
curricular, so that all our children are endowed with the spirit to aspire and become twenty
first century citizens.
Governance
Key Contacts:
Mr Amit Mehta
ILG Proprietor
PA to Proprietor: 020 7127 9862
amit@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk
James Fowler
Chair of the School Board
jfowler@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk
Mrs Carrie Askew
Board Level Lead for Safeguarding and Health & Safety
operations@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk or carrie@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk
(either email address can be used)
The Management Team’s Core Governance Responsibilities are to:
● Ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
● Set and review policies, plans and procedures
● Hold those in leadership positions to account for the management and educational
provision of the school or nursery
● Ensure compliance with legal and DfE requirements
● Contribute to and attend ISI/Ofsted inspections as and when required
● Raise standards through monitoring and evaluating performance
● Ensure the welfare and pastoral care of the children
● Act as a critical friend to those in leadership positions
● Make recommendations to the Proprietor concerning these functions
● Act with integrity, objectivity and honesty in the best interests of the school or
nursery
Our Advisory Board
The School’s Advisory Board is composed of individuals from both within the Inspired
Learning Group (ILG) team and those with connections to our school. Their responsibilities
align with standard Board of Governors’ functions encompassing the school’s vision, ethos,
and strategic direction. The Board also establishes and reviews policies and procedures –
ensuring leadership accountability for school management, educational provision, and
compliance with legal and DfE requirements.
Additionally, the Board contributes to inspections, monitors and evaluates performance to
enhance standards, ensures students’ welfare and pastoral care, supports leaders, and
provides recommendations to the Proprietor, always prioritising the school’s best interests
with integrity and objectivity. The SLT reports to the Board periodically through formal
meetings and regular contact with the Chair and other members of the ILG executive team.
The Board operates through two committees, Education and Compliance, both of which
feed into a Full Board, thus providing a comprehensive approach to direct our school’s
success and growth.
Head
Mrs J Thomson, BA (QTS), MBA, FRSA
If for any reason you would like to contact the Head, you can do so by writing to Mrs J Thomson, Clayesmore School. Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum, DT11 8LL or you can email head@clayesmore.com or you can call 01747 813111
Mr James Carpenter Mrs Nina Bailey Phinn
Senior Deputy Director of Finance & Operations
