Governance Arrangements

Our Trust and Governance – DSAT

We are proud to be part of the Diocese of Sheffield Academies Trust (DSAT), having joined in February 2015.  As one of 20 growing schools within the Trust, we benefit from a collaborative network where schools support and challenge one another to ensure the highest standards of education and care.

We are committed to working in partnership with DSAT and fellow academies to deliver the best possible outcomes for all our children. Through shared expertise, resources and a strong sense of collective purpose, we continue to grow and improve together.

DSAT was established in October 2013 as an independent charitable company by the Sheffield Diocesan Board of Education. Its mission is to create a family of both Church and non-Church academies - welcoming schools that choose to convert voluntarily as well as those requiring sponsorship - within a culture of mutual support and shared values.

The main contacts at DSAT are: 

Mrs Alison Adair - CEO
Mr Huw Thomas - Chair of Trustees


To find links to all schools within the Trust, the annual report and accounts returns, as well as other useful information such as executive pay, please visit dsat.education or click here to see DSAT's Statutory Information.

Hyperlink Picture: https://www.dsat.education/trust-policies/

Hyperlink Picture: https://www.dsat.education/about-us/board-of-directors/

All enquiries related to DSAT can be made by telephone on 01709 718640, email - enquiries@dsat.education - or by post;

Flanderwell Early Excellence Centre, Greenfield Court, Rotherham, S66 2JF

 

Our Local School Board

At our school, DSAT holds ultimate statutory accountability, while the Local School Board acts as its local partner, providing essential support and oversight on the ground. Together, they collaborate closely to ensure that Thrybergh Fullerton maintains the highest possible standards and continuously strives for improvement.

For a detailed overview of the roles and responsibilities of both DSAT and the Local School Board, please refer to the Scheme of Delegation available on the DSAT website.

DSAT Academy Trusts Local School Board

Local School Board 2025/2026      

Category Name Start Date
Trust Governor Maria Allen June 2022
Parent Governor Joe Caddy November 2025
Parent Governor Lynsey Cook November 2025
Foundation Governor / Chair James Gould March 2025
Executive Head teacher Amy Gurner December 2023
Parent Governor Hayley Lister  November 2025
Head of School Gina Lowry September 2025
Foundation Governor Lenka Purshouse  July 2022

You can contact our Chair / foundation Governor, James Gould on enquiries@tfp.dsat.education

Please also see DSAT's Local Governance Guidance for further information on Local Governance and the part it plays within the Trust.