Board of Governors

The role of the Board

• The Board is responsible for determining the aims and overall ethos of Somerset House.
• They are the keepers of the school’s mission and involve themselves in the determination of the strategy and structure of the school.  They ensure that policies and plans are consistent with the school’s mission.
• The Board ensures that the executive management implements the strategy and operates ethically. 
• The Board also ensures that Somerset House has adequate systems of internal and external control, both operational and financial. It is responsible for the setting of the annual tuition fees. 
• The Board selects the headmaster, ensures succession and gives guidance on the appointment of senior staff members.  It also monitors the activities of the executive management.
• The Board is responsible for the adequacy of retirement and health care benefits.
• The Board is the guardian of the school's assets.

Board of Governors:

• Mr Andrew Ribbans (Chairman)
• Mr Roger Carter (Vice Chairman)
• Mrs Julia Dyssell
• Mr Jurie Serfontein
• Mr Charles Simpson
• Mr Denis Landsberg
• Mrs Sue Redelinhuys
• Prof Harold Herman
• Mr Reade-Jahn