1. MAKING A DIFFERENCE

2. SUPPORTING STRONG AND EFFECTIVE GOVERNING BODIES Governor Services providing: High quality package of training and support for clerks and governors in schools and academies Range of learning materials Immediate help and advice Signposting when necessary

3. LOCAL EXPERTISE LAs - statutory duties around governance (maintained schools) Appointment of governors Establishing Instruments of Governance Intervention Support and guidance for governors and clerks We know our local family of schools Share in the responsibility to create highly successful schools Strong national network and liaison with: DfE NCTL (National College for Teaching and Learning) National Governors Association SGOSS

4. INVESTING IN STRONG GOVERNANCE Governor Services: Helping you find the right people Providing induction and training for governors Supporting Governing Body reviews and evaluations Developing and providing clerks and/or clerking services Supporting Headteachers

5. GOVERNORS Governors must Prioritise stronger governance Invest school budgets and time into Governor and Governing Body development Expect and demand to be supported effectively

6. FINDING OUT MORE Contact your local Governor Service/provider Provide feedback – help them to provide the services you need Make use of networking opportunities – to share from the best