📢 Our MAT Conference is 3️⃣ weeks away!
Join us on 7 May for a series of insightful discussions, including our panel on the MAT landscape and its future.
We'll explore key topics like mergers, expansions, local governance and more.
Book 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/events/mat-conference-2026/
📢 Due to increased demand for our consultancy services, we’re expanding our team!
We’re looking for governance experts who want to make a real impact across the sector. Applications will close on Monday 20 April at 5pm.
Find out more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/about/careers-with-nga/c...
📃 Join us at our MAT Conference on 7 May for an in-depth discussion of how the new schools white paper will impact trusts.
Hear directly from leading voices in the sector as we explore the government's proposals as part of the Schools & Academies Show.
Register 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/mat-c...
🤝 The government has set out its ambition for every school to join or form a “high-quality trust.”
NGA’s Head of Policy and Impact, Michael Barton, explores the government’s proposals on school structures and the importance of collaboration.
Read 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
📢 Due to increased demand for our consultancy services, we’re expanding our team!
We’re looking for governance experts with a strong track record who want to make a real impact across the sector. Applications close on Monday 20 April.
Find out more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/about/career...
👥 Parents are one of the most important stakeholder groups for boards, offering rich insights into school life.
Explore our guidance on how schools and trusts can monitor and support effective parental engagement.
Read 👉 www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-ce...
✨ We're excited to announce our MAT Conference, hosted at The Schools and Academies Show in London!
Join us to explore the strategic and structural challenges for MATs with sector leaders.
📅 7 May 2026 | 🕐 09:30—16:30 |📍Excel London
Register 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/mat-c...
#NGAconf #SAAShow
📚 The DfE has published new statutory guidance on relationships, sex and health education (RSHE).
Read our blog to find out three key actions schools should be taking to prepare their RSHE curriculum and policies for the year ahead.
Find out more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
👋 We're delighted to be exhibiting at ASCL's Annual Conference today and tomorrow!
Visit us at Stand 29 to discover our wide range of governance resources, expert support and e-learning.
#ASCL2026 | @ascl-uk.bsky.social
📅 We're looking forward to ASCL's Annual Conference on 13 and 14 March!
Visit us at Stand 29 to discover our valuable resources, expert governance support and e-learning.
Find out more about the event 👉 www.ascl.org.uk/annualconference
#ASCL2026 @ascl-uk.bsky.social
📃 ICYMI: Our new guidance explains the impact of the schools white paper for boards.
Explore our summary to learn more about the proposals for SEND reform, collaboration, exclusions and more.
Read 👉 www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/the-sch...
‘Vision alone does not deliver change': @ngauk.bsky.social's Emma Balchin says it is vital that policymakers listen to the governance community to help achieve White Paper ambitions
🚀 #NationalCareersWeek is a reminder of the vital role of governing boards in ensuring high-quality careers education.
Last year, we were pleased to work with @gatsbyed.bsky.social to launch our secondary phase careers toolkit.
This video brings the work to life! 🌟
Watch and be inspired 👇
💡 The new white paper is right about what schools need to be. Now the government must be serious about how to get there.
NGA's Deputy CEO Sam Henson explores the aims of the new schools white paper, looking at the role of governance within these plans.
Read 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
🔎 Join our policy experts on Friday at 12.30pm to learn what the new white paper means for your school or trust.
We'll explore the key proposals, their potential impact on schools, pupils and families, and what all this means for governing boards.
Register 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/webin...
💭 How will the new schools white paper impact governance?
📝 We’ve summarised what boards need to know, including proposals for reform of the SEND system, MAT collaboration, attendance, behaviour and more.
Read our guidance 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/schools-white-paper-2026
📃 The government has published its schools white paper, presenting its vision for the future of the English education system.
We reacted to its proposals on SEND, trusts, workforces and more, alongside the white paper's wider implications for governance.
Read 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
ICYMI: With the school's white paper expected next week, now’s the time to see how we’ve represented governors, trustees and governance professionals so far.
Read our latest Your voice in action update: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
We’ve been putting your voice at the heart of national education reform.
From the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill to trust inspections, RISE, Ofsted changes and more, here’s how NGA has been representing you so far in 2026.
Read the full update: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
SEND shapes more boardroom discussions than ever. Rising need, stretched services & tight budgets is putting the system under strain, but reform is finally on the horizon. NGA takes stock of what boards are seeing & what must change
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/tak...
Exciting news! I am looking forward to delivering a workshop "The Power of Three: Moving from Individual Leadership to Institutional Strength" with Sam Henson, @ngauk.bsky.social and Bethan Cullen, ISBL. It follows up from our recently published work. @ascl-uk.bsky.social #ascl2026
🔒 Share best practice and hear from expert speakers at our SEND Network meeting next week.
We'll be joined by DfE adviser Dame Christine Lenehan and Philippa Stobbs OBE, a former director of the Council for Disabled Children.
📅 Register: https://www.nga.org.uk/events/send-network-autumn-2025/
How can governance shape more inclusive approaches to mental health and help schools respond to rising levels of need?
Our blog for #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek explores the role of governance in supporting children's mental wellbeing.
Read 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
⏳ The NGA team answer some quickfire questions about governance as we celebrate National School Governors' Awareness Day!
We're celebrating 20 years of championing good school and trust governance in 2026.
Learn about our support 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/20-years/
#SchoolGovDay #NSGAD2026
🎥 Our CEO Emma Balchin pays tribute to the governance community as we prepare to celebrate National School Governors' Awareness Day!
Join Emma tomorrow at 10am for her panel session at
Judicium Education's online #SchoolGovDay event.
Register 👉 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#NSGAD2026
We’re proud to be partnering, speaking and exhibiting at Education Business LIVE on 26 March in London. Join the NGA team, hear from sector experts and connect with peers. Free tickets: educationbusinesslive.com
📈 How can schools and trusts deliver financial efficiencies while protecting the quality and impact of education?
Join our free Governance Leadership Forum on Tuesday 10 February for insights from senior finance leaders in school and trust management.
Book 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/gover...
Governance is essential, not optional.
Our new report, The Case for Governance, shows why it must be treated as core system infrastructure, not a bolt-on or a compliance exercise.
Read it here: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
AI is changing how we all work, fast.
For governance professionals, the real question isn’t whether to use it, but how to use it well.
Our latest blog explores practical uses, key risks and simple steps to get started safely.
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Delighted that our Cheif Exec Emma Balchin will be speaking at @EducationBizz LIVE 2026 🎙️
On 26 March, Emma joins Stephen Morales to discuss the people, structures and practices behind effective school and trust governance.
Register: educationbusinesslive.com
