The Governing Body

A message from the Chair of Governors

Dear Parents, Carers and the School Community,

My name is Ashraf Ali, and I am honoured and privileged to serve as the Interim Chair of Governors for these two fantastic Islamic schools — Al Mizan School and London East Academy.

I bring over a decade of experience as a governor in state schools, along with more than 15 years in senior management within local government. I currently serve as a Director for a local authority. This background has given me a deep understanding of the needs of our local communities and the importance of strong, values-based education & governance.

Governors are volunteers who work in partnership with school leadership to ensure that every child receives the highest quality education in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. Our role centers around three key strategic responsibilities:

• Setting the vision, ethos, and strategic direction of the school;
• Holding school leaders to account for the educational outcomes of pupils and the performance management of staff;
• Overseeing financial performance, ensuring that public funds are used effectively and efficiently;

We are fortunate to have a committed governing body, each member bringing unique skills and experiences to the table. However, our work would not be possible without the dedication and professionalism of our Headteacher, the Leadership Team, and the entire staff at both schools. Their passion and hard work are at the heart of everything we achieve.

As governors, we are proactive and always open to feedback. We are committed to listening to the school community and implementing meaningful changes to ensure that Al Mizan and London East Academy continue to thrive and aspire to be among the very best schools in London.

If you have any suggestions, concerns, or ideas you would like to share, please feel free to contact me via the school office or by emailing: governors@elmschools.co.uk

I look forward to working with you and meeting many of you throughout the coming year.

Warm regards,

Ashraf Ali
Interim Chair of Governors