Join Us for The Blandford School Open Evening 2026
Thursday 1st October 2026 | From 5:00pm
Choosing the right secondary school is an important decision,
and we'd love to welcome you to The Blandford School
to see what makes our community so special.
Meet our staff and students, explore our excellent facilities,
and discover the wide range of opportunities available both inside and outside the classroom.
Headteacher Talks
5:15pm
6:15pm
Each talk will be followed by a tour of the school,
giving you the chance to experience life at The Blandford School first-hand.
Book your free place today:
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Governing Body
At The Blandford School, we recognise the vital role that our Governors play in shaping the strategic direction, leadership, and long-term vision of the school. Their work ensures that we remain focused on delivering the highest standards of education and wellbeing for every student.
We believe that effective governance is built on a deep understanding of the school’s day-to-day life, informed by regular engagement with staff, scrutiny of performance data, and purposeful visits during the working school day. Our Governors are actively involved, bringing both challenge and support to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
Their commitment and insight help us maintain a strong, forward-looking culture — one that reflects our values and serves our community with integrity and ambition.
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What Ofsted said about governance at The Blandford School
“Governors have an accurate insight into the school. They support the school well and challenge it to be better. All staff have access to high-quality professional development.”
Our School Governors are:
| NAME | STRUCTURE | ROLE |
| Jens Bertelsen | Chair | Finance |
| Shaun Cronin | Vice-Chair | Behaviour |
| Rosaleen Beaver | Co-opted | SEND |
| Paul Cosway | Co-opted | Safeguarding and Prevent |
| Jemma Lacey | Co-opted | Enrichment & Parent Engagement |
| Hugo Mieville | Co-opted | Pupil Premium & Armed Forces Link |
| Martin Richley | Co-opted | Finance, IT & Data |
| Mario Roncaglia | Co-opted | Trips & Visits |
| Peter Slocombe | Co-opted | Sixth Form, Careers & Estates |
| Gemma Dunning | Co-opted | SEND |
| Milena Lee | Staff Governor | Staff (Teaching) |
| Dan Phelps |
Parent Governor |
Parent Governor |