Church School Governance

Date and Time :
23rd October 2024 - 10:00am - 11:00am
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Please note: this course is mandatory for all newly appointed foundation representatives in a school based governing body.  We use the term governors as a generic term, your trust or school may use another term
This training session is for those governing in a school based governing body.  It is suitable for anyone involved in governance at that level whether academy or maintained.
The course covers the importance of good governance in any school, focusing on key governor activities. It will also cover key areas that are unique in a church school.  This session will provide participants with practical knowledge they can apply to their setting.
 
Topics covered in this session include:
•    An introduction to the Diocese and support available for foundation governors
•    An introduction to the core functions of governance – what this looks like in practice
•    Why governors are an important part of the education landscape and why their role is a strategic one
•    The importance of asking challenging questions
•    What Governor monitoring is and why it is important
•    A brief introduction to the following areas in context of governance: SIAMS; vision and ethos; the Church of England Vision for Education; collective worship and RE
•    To deepen your understanding of the core role of governance in a church school
•    To live out your school vision and values in your governing body
•    To develop confidence in your role within your own school
•    To go away with practical ways of embedding your trust or school vision
•    To enhance your knowledge and understanding of all matters SIAMS
•    Monitoring your school’s readiness for SIAMS
 

Location

Online via Zoom 

Cost

Free 

Registration

Booking is available here

Contact

For further information please contact Josie Halla,

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