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Training and development programme 2023 - 2024

Leading in partnership - a practical workshop for Heads and Chairs of Governors

Date TBC                             9:15 to 13:00          virtual

(please note this course has been postponed from 29 Feb)

The working relationship between the Head/Principal and the Chair of Governors is crucial in facilitating effective governance based on clarity around professional boundaries.

In the context of current expectations of governing boards, this interactive workshop provides an excellent opportunity for paired Headteachers and Chairs to:

  • Cross reference the core functions of governance to the Competency framework for governors and the Inspection framework evaluation schedule
  • Review the impact of their working relationship on the effectiveness of their boards
  • Explore strategies for building the capacity and impact of their boards and SLTs
  • Action plan

Each Chair and Head/Principal pair is asked to bring the following to the session:

  • self-evaluation form
  • the school/academy development plan
  • a recent report written by the head/ principal for the governing body
  • the minutes of the meeting at which it was presented
  • the most recent pupil premium report

These documents will not be shared with others but will be needed by participants to evaluate and refine their current practice.

Target audience: pairs of Heads/Principals and Chairs of Governors