Governance
The HUGE Partnership is a UK-registered charity (No 1153640) governed by the Charity Commission. We submit annual reports and accounts, all available for public inspection. We operate under Charity Commission guidance and procedures with a complete set of policies covering Code of Conduct, Financial Controls, Risk Management, Safeguarding, Complaints, Social Media, Conflict of Interest, Trustee Expenses and Volunteering. Policies are reviewed regularly and available on request.
The charity works closely with the NCLC NGO through weekly reporting via the Senior Management Team (Headteacher, Community Officer and Richard Batten). This ensures oversight, transparency, and alignment with our aims.
Richard Batten and Mel Brandon visit each term to support operations, governance, safeguarding, and review progress in line with the current School Development Plan (reviewed and updated annually).
Trustees
Richard Batten
Global Chief Sustainability Officer at JLL (2016 –2023). Leads governance, sustainability and strategic oversight. Regularly visits Uganda to monitor progress and support leadership.
Mel Brandon
Former Regional Director at JLL Capital Markets. Oversees safeguarding, school partnerships, and UK-based fundraising and uniform collections.
Bridget O’Callaghan
Finance professional responsible for budgeting, donor management and accounts compliance.
Marc Batten
Assistant Headteacher with 30 years in education. Advises on teaching standards, wellbeing and curriculum development.
Amy Batten
Marketing executive for a tech start-up; leads communications, branding and ambassador fundraising.
Kasozi Herman
Entrepreneur and landowner in Nabugabo; long-term supporter who donated the land on which the school stands.