What those in governance need to know – when they need to know it Copyright © Babcock Integration LLP (2015). SGA Autumn Conference Nov. 2017
My aim this morning: to focus on how governors can ensure they and their governing body/academy trust are abreast of developments in education policy and practice, that are relevant to governance.
Why Better Governor? Governors are busy people The demands and expectations of governance have changed Technology can improve work-life balance We are very good at what we do Knowledge is everything – What you need to know – when you need to know it
Better Governor 2014 -today Nov 2015 Launch August 2016 - offered as part of Governance SLA March 2017 –included within the Governance SLA at subscription level Over 200 articles published (free to access for all) November 2017 600 schools subscribing
Better Governor subscriptions Over and above free to access content: Webinars (Hot Topics, Chair’s forum, ASP etc) Podcasts Screencasts Videos And now: An online forum
Competent Governance The government’s expectations of governing bodies/trust boards 2017 and beyond Not statutory…..yet!
Competent Governance
What you need to know – this week The Budget! Analysing School Performance (ASP) Inspection Data Summary Report (IDSR) Technical education and apprenticeships: raising awareness in schools MATs and Associate Schools
What you need to know, when you need to know it Better Governor researches, interprets and distils the latest news in education policy, legislation and practice keeping you informed as how they impact on your role as a governor or clerk. www.bettergovernor.co.uk