Governors for Schools is delighted to announce our collaboration with charity ‘Just Like Us’, developed to enhance governors’ confidence and knowledge when discussing LGBT+ inclusion. School governance plays a crucial role in shaping policies and strategies that promote diversity and inclusion in schools, in turn creating positive learning environments…
As the cost of living rises, many teachers are struggling to make ends meet. According to The NASUWT, the Teachers’ Union, the financial squeeze has forced many teachers to rely on credit cards, overdrafts, and sometimes even foodbanks. Such precarity can lead to increased stress levels, poor wellbeing, and…
The rising cost of basic necessities is taking its toll on families across the country, with many parents and carers struggling to make ends meet. These pressures can affect young people’s education and well-being, while presenting serious welfare concerns for school leaders and staff. So, how can school governors help?…
The cost of living crisis has had a significant impact on schools’ building and estate management over the past year. Cuts to public spending and a rise in the cost of essential services mean many schools are struggling to keep their buildings in a safe and secure condition –…
The cost of living crisis has had a significant impact on schools and staff. With costs rising, many families, teachers, and staff are struggling to make ends meet, while budget cuts have added further pressure to schools. As such, governors must ensure school leaders are supported throughout this difficult…
At Governors for Schools, we believe school leaders play a critical role in the success of educational institutions. Attending networking exhibitions like The Schools and Academies Show can offer numerous benefits for school leaders, providing opportunities for them to connect with peers and experts in the field, learn about…
With the Spring Term wrapped up and schools across England and Wales taking a well-deserved break, we’re thrilled to reflect on another successful few months in our 125,000 challenge. Through our work with our delightful corporate partners, we’re aiming to appoint enough of their employees into governance roles to…
Governors for Schools has just celebrated the second anniversary of our first governor placement in a Welsh school. We extended our governor matching service to Wales in late 2020, allowing us to make even more of a difference in young people’s lives. Since then, we’ve placed 156 volunteers in…
As the Autumn term draws to a close, we’re delighted to report a highly successful first term for our 125,000 challenge. Through our work with our wonderful corporate partners, we aim to place enough governance volunteers into enough schools and academies to have a collective impact on 125,000…
A couple of months ago, we heard from Vinny Wagjiani, Chair of Governors at Leechpool Primary School about his board’s efforts to improve staff wellbeing. In the latest instalment of our wellbeing governor stories, Vinny explains the board’s approach to supporting student wellbeing and promoting success. Leechpool Primary School is…
Bullying represents one of the most complex challenges facing schools and governing boards today. According to research from the Anti-Bullying Alliance, one in every four UK children is bullied frequently or all the time. Those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are at even greater risk, as researchers found…
Citizenship education is often overlooked in schools across England and Wales. With educators under pressure to develop students’ individual talents, it’s easy to forget that schools are also responsible for nurturing the communities of tomorrow. Citizenship education represents a mandatory element of the National Curriculum for secondary school…