1. stoke.gov.uk Director’s meeting with Governors Tuesday 11 th December 2012

2. Information on line for Councillors Agenda 1.Welcome and Introduction – Deanne Fishbourne 2.0 - 19 Strategy and Step Change in KS1 (Dianne Mason) and Improving the attainment of disadvantaged pupils - research on most cost effective strategies – (Paul Briggs) – followed by 15 mins table discussion and 15 mins feedback on strategies which govs employ to fulfil their role in raising achievement effectively 3.Finance information for governors – Nick Edmonds 4.New regulations for Governing Body Constitution – Aileen Perry 5.Early years consultation – Eleanor Brazil/Deanne Fishbourne 6.Questions

3. Information on line for Councillors Reconstitution of Governing Bodies W.e.f. 1 September 2012 Minimum 7 governors but no maximum. The Governing Body must include: At least two parent governors The Headteacher One staff governor One local authority governor Co-opted governors can include members of staff subject to a maximum number Foundation, voluntary controlled and voluntary aided schools also have foundation governors Associate members

4. Information on line for Councillors Reconstitution of Governing Bodies Skills Appointment of LA governors