School bullying patterns have evolved in recent years. While forms of abuse such as verbal teasing and physical bullying still take place, some of the most upsetting and threatening forms of bullying occur online – a phenomenon commonly known as cyberbullying. According to recent stats from the Office for…
Governors for Schools is delighted to announce the launch of our latest campaign, ‘Boards Against Bullying’, in conjunction with anti-bullying charity Kidscape. With almost 30% of school leaders reporting that non-physical and physical forms of bullying occur at least twice weekly in their schools, we believe it’s time…
As part of our ‘Boards Against Bullying’ campaign, we caught up with Penny Catchpole, Chair of Governors at The Westgate School, an all-through school in Winchester, Hampshire. Read on to discover how Penny’s board has tackled bullying incidents and continues to nurture an inclusive, safe school environment. About me…
Governors for Schools is thrilled to announce a significant increase in the number of volunteers applying to take on a school governance role. As of September 2022, we’ve seen an incredible 1,690 new recruits – a 24% increase on last year’s figures for the corresponding period. These new volunteers will…
Mae Governors for Schools a Gwasanaethau Governors Cymru (GCS) yn falch o lansio modiwl e-ddysgu dwyieithog i gefnogi llywodraethwyr newydd a darpar lywodraethwyr yng Nghymru. Cafodd yr adnodd ymsefydlu newydd ei ariannu’n hael gan Brifysgol Caerdydd a’i ddatblygu ar y cyd â Governors Cymru Services. Pwrpas y modiwl newydd yw…
Governors for Schools and Governors Cymru Services (GCS) are pleased to launch a bilingual eLearning module to support new and prospective governors in Wales. The engaging new induction resource was generously funded by Cardiff University and developed in collaboration with Governors Cymru Services (GCS). The purpose of the new module is…
Julie Palmer, Chair of Governors, Howden Junior School, East Yorkshire Howden Junior School has around 215 pupils and is a two-form entry maintained school in East Yorkshire. Our mission statement is ‘championing excellence – nurturing aspirations’ and our four key values – chosen through collaboration with our school community –…
Governors for Schools is delighted to announce the launch of our 125,000 challenge, which will run throughout the 2022-23 academic year. The premise of the challenge is to boost the number of governor appointments made through our corporate partnerships, collectively benefiting the futures of at least 125,000 children across England…
Governors for Schools was delighted to host our second annual online conference last week (Tuesday, 27th September and Wednesday, 28th September). I’m sure delegates and speakers will agree the event was a resounding success, featuring a host of important panels and workshops. As a charity, we’re delighted that the…
Vinny Wagjiani, Chair of Governors, Leechpool Primary School, West Sussex Leechpool Primary School is a community primary school with around 400 pupils, located on the outskirts of Horsham. We ensure pupils, families, staff and governors embrace values including: 1) Reflection, 2) Resourcefulness, 3) Relationships, 4) Responsibility, 5) Risk-Taking and…
Governors for Schools is saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with her family and those who may mourn her loss. Out of respect for the official period of national mourning, we will be limiting our social media activity and wider email…
Governors for Schools is delighted to announce we’ve expanded our offering to include a bespoke Trustee Recruitment Service. Led by newly appointed Head of Trustee Recruitment, David Ardill, this service will help fill academy trust board vacancies with diverse and talented volunteers from across the country. We launched the…