Governors

Vacancy: Three Governors

Location: Kew, Southwest London

Details of the Role:

Kew College Prep is a stand-alone co-educational prep school (nursery to year six) in Kew,
Southwest London. Balancing a small, supportive and vibrant community feel with high
academic attainment, each child is provided with a tailored learning programme, helping
them to unlock their full potential.

There are currently nine serving Governors with a range of skills and expertise in Education,
Finance, Law, HR, Property, Medicine and IT. Our Governors include parents of current and
former pupils, professionals from the local community and education professionals based at
other independent schools in London and Surrey.

The school has recently undergone a programme of modernisation and together with the
senior leadership team, the Governors are now considering the school’s strategic direction
and future plans.  In part to replace two Governors who are reaching the end of their
maximum appointment term, we’re looking for three new governors who are keen to
support the effective running of the school and help shape its future.

Governors are required to attend three full board meetings and three relevant sub-
committee meetings each year (once per term). Two new Governors will join our Education
and Welfare Committee, and one will join our Resources Committee. The school is a
registered Charity and so Governors also serve as Trustees.

All Governors should have:

•  Strategic leadership experience
•  An understanding of the principles of good governance
•  Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team-based approach
•  Critical thinking and sound judgement
•  Commitment and a willingness to dedicate time throughout the year to undertake a

range of duties in support of the school.

In addition, we’re specifically looking for people with:

•  An education background at a senior level, and ideally experience in Early Years

and/or familiarity with the 11+ system, OR

•  General operational leadership experience gained in the education, public or

corporate sector with a sound understanding of budgeting, governance, risk and
people management.

•  Experience in digital technology and AI

Please visit our website to learn more about the school: Kew College Prep | Independent School
Kew | Prep School Richmond

How to apply: For further information and to apply please email Lucas Carlisle, Bursar and
Clerk to the Governors at LCarlisle@kewcollegeprep.com. Applications should consist of a CV
and covering letter.

Closing date: Friday 27 March 2026