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. @oliviabailey.bsky.social has written to governors and trustees outlining new DfE measures to boost school attendance.
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
. @oliviabailey.bsky.social has written to governors and trustees outlining new DfE measures to boost school attendance.
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
We’ve joined 100+ organisations calling on the government to scrap the two-child limit. Every child deserves the best start in life; ending this policy is key to tackling poverty and supporting schools to help children thrive.
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 12, 2025 at 3:23 PM
We’ve joined 100+ organisations calling on the government to scrap the two-child limit. Every child deserves the best start in life; ending this policy is key to tackling poverty and supporting schools to help children thrive.
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
🗣️ Don't miss our director of professional development Charlotte Harding's panel at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham next Tuesday!
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
November 11, 2025 at 5:36 PM
🗣️ Don't miss our director of professional development Charlotte Harding's panel at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham next Tuesday!
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Join us, plenty of space left!
📅 Join NGA’s free webinar on steering MAT growth. Explore how trustees can shape strategy, ensure growth aligns with values, and collaborate to deliver better outcomes for pupils.
🔗 nga.org.uk/events/growi...
📅 Join NGA’s free webinar on steering MAT growth. Explore how trustees can shape strategy, ensure growth aligns with values, and collaborate to deliver better outcomes for pupils.
🔗 nga.org.uk/events/growi...
November 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Join us, plenty of space left!
📅 Join NGA’s free webinar on steering MAT growth. Explore how trustees can shape strategy, ensure growth aligns with values, and collaborate to deliver better outcomes for pupils.
🔗 nga.org.uk/events/growi...
📅 Join NGA’s free webinar on steering MAT growth. Explore how trustees can shape strategy, ensure growth aligns with values, and collaborate to deliver better outcomes for pupils.
🔗 nga.org.uk/events/growi...
👨💻 Our interactive Learning Link platform helps governors and trustees to build their skills and make decisions with confidence.
⏯️ Discover how Nexus Multi Academy Trust have incorporated Learning Link into their development programme.
Explore e-learning with NGA 👉 www.nga.org.uk/training/lea...
⏯️ Discover how Nexus Multi Academy Trust have incorporated Learning Link into their development programme.
Explore e-learning with NGA 👉 www.nga.org.uk/training/lea...
November 6, 2025 at 4:22 PM
👨💻 Our interactive Learning Link platform helps governors and trustees to build their skills and make decisions with confidence.
⏯️ Discover how Nexus Multi Academy Trust have incorporated Learning Link into their development programme.
Explore e-learning with NGA 👉 www.nga.org.uk/training/lea...
⏯️ Discover how Nexus Multi Academy Trust have incorporated Learning Link into their development programme.
Explore e-learning with NGA 👉 www.nga.org.uk/training/lea...
To mark #TrusteesWeek, Minister for School Standards @departmentforedu.bsky.social Georgia Gould MP has shared a message of thanks to all trustees and governors.
She recognises the “quiet kind of leadership” that shapes children’s futures.
Read more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
She recognises the “quiet kind of leadership” that shapes children’s futures.
Read more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 6, 2025 at 8:55 AM
To mark #TrusteesWeek, Minister for School Standards @departmentforedu.bsky.social Georgia Gould MP has shared a message of thanks to all trustees and governors.
She recognises the “quiet kind of leadership” that shapes children’s futures.
Read more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
She recognises the “quiet kind of leadership” that shapes children’s futures.
Read more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The Francis Review highlights a skills-focused, inclusive national curriculum with greater emphasis on non-core subjects, practical life skills, and fairer assessment.
Read our latest blog for key takeaways and more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Read our latest blog for key takeaways and more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Francis Review highlights a skills-focused, inclusive national curriculum with greater emphasis on non-core subjects, practical life skills, and fairer assessment.
Read our latest blog for key takeaways and more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Read our latest blog for key takeaways and more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
It’s #TrusteesWeek – a huge thank you to our brilliant board of trustees for their time, expertise and commitment. Their leadership helps us champion and improve education through great governance every day.
Meet our trustees 👉 nga.org.uk/about/who-we...
Meet our trustees 👉 nga.org.uk/about/who-we...
November 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
It’s #TrusteesWeek – a huge thank you to our brilliant board of trustees for their time, expertise and commitment. Their leadership helps us champion and improve education through great governance every day.
Meet our trustees 👉 nga.org.uk/about/who-we...
Meet our trustees 👉 nga.org.uk/about/who-we...
In case you missed this important Ofsted blog
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
October 31, 2025 at 3:51 PM
In case you missed this important Ofsted blog
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
🗣️ Join our deputy CEO Sam Henson for three panel discussions at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham on 19 November.
Sam will explore funding in the education sector, growing multi academy trusts, and more collaborative leadership.
View the agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Sam will explore funding in the education sector, growing multi academy trusts, and more collaborative leadership.
View the agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
October 30, 2025 at 4:46 PM
🗣️ Join our deputy CEO Sam Henson for three panel discussions at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham on 19 November.
Sam will explore funding in the education sector, growing multi academy trusts, and more collaborative leadership.
View the agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Sam will explore funding in the education sector, growing multi academy trusts, and more collaborative leadership.
View the agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
🔒 Share best practice, discuss issues and hear from two expert speakers at our SEND Network meeting on 6 November.
We'll be joined by Dame Christine Lenehan, strategic SEND adviser at the DfE, and inclusion lead Ginny Bootman.
📅 Register: https://www.nga.org.uk/events/send-network-autumn-2025/
We'll be joined by Dame Christine Lenehan, strategic SEND adviser at the DfE, and inclusion lead Ginny Bootman.
📅 Register: https://www.nga.org.uk/events/send-network-autumn-2025/
October 27, 2025 at 4:03 PM
🔒 Share best practice, discuss issues and hear from two expert speakers at our SEND Network meeting on 6 November.
We'll be joined by Dame Christine Lenehan, strategic SEND adviser at the DfE, and inclusion lead Ginny Bootman.
📅 Register: https://www.nga.org.uk/events/send-network-autumn-2025/
We'll be joined by Dame Christine Lenehan, strategic SEND adviser at the DfE, and inclusion lead Ginny Bootman.
📅 Register: https://www.nga.org.uk/events/send-network-autumn-2025/
Ofsted reform in focus
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
October 24, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Ofsted reform in focus
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
With Ofsted’s new inspection framework launching on 10 Nov, we’ve answered your key questions — from how inspections will feel to what’s expected of governance.
Read more 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Collaboration & strong governance matter. NGA’s reports show how schools inside & outside MATs are partnering to improve outcomes. Must-read for anyone following the school's white paper:
Creating connections nga.org.uk/knowledge-ce...
The Mature MAT Model nga.org.uk/mature-mat-m...
Creating connections nga.org.uk/knowledge-ce...
The Mature MAT Model nga.org.uk/mature-mat-m...
October 24, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Collaboration & strong governance matter. NGA’s reports show how schools inside & outside MATs are partnering to improve outcomes. Must-read for anyone following the school's white paper:
Creating connections nga.org.uk/knowledge-ce...
The Mature MAT Model nga.org.uk/mature-mat-m...
Creating connections nga.org.uk/knowledge-ce...
The Mature MAT Model nga.org.uk/mature-mat-m...
🗣️ Join our CEO Emma Balchin for two panel discussions at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham on 19 November!
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
October 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🗣️ Join our CEO Emma Balchin for two panel discussions at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham on 19 November!
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
📅 Join NGA’s free webinar on steering MAT growth. Explore how trustees can shape strategy, ensure growth aligns with values, and collaborate to deliver better outcomes for pupils.
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/events/growi...
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/events/growi...
October 21, 2025 at 2:12 PM
📅 Join NGA’s free webinar on steering MAT growth. Explore how trustees can shape strategy, ensure growth aligns with values, and collaborate to deliver better outcomes for pupils.
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/events/growi...
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/events/growi...
🍂 As autumn begins, three key issues are shaping education governance: Ofsted’s new inspection approach, rising parental complaints, and the Prevent duty.
Read what’s on governors’ minds this term 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Read what’s on governors’ minds this term 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
October 17, 2025 at 3:12 PM
🍂 As autumn begins, three key issues are shaping education governance: Ofsted’s new inspection approach, rising parental complaints, and the Prevent duty.
Read what’s on governors’ minds this term 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Read what’s on governors’ minds this term 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Over 5 million school complaints were made last year — and boards are feeling the impact. NGA’s latest research explores what’s behind the rise and how schools can respond.
👉 nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/the-school-complaints-landscape
👉 nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/the-school-complaints-landscape
October 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Over 5 million school complaints were made last year — and boards are feeling the impact. NGA’s latest research explores what’s behind the rise and how schools can respond.
👉 nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/the-school-complaints-landscape
👉 nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/the-school-complaints-landscape
NGA’s updated Learning Link safeguarding module saves time and keeps governors up to date on key risks like attendance and online safety.
“This module is very welcome… not having to wade through the whole module was extremely good news.”
Find out more: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
“This module is very welcome… not having to wade through the whole module was extremely good news.”
Find out more: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
October 14, 2025 at 3:11 PM
NGA’s updated Learning Link safeguarding module saves time and keeps governors up to date on key risks like attendance and online safety.
“This module is very welcome… not having to wade through the whole module was extremely good news.”
Find out more: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
“This module is very welcome… not having to wade through the whole module was extremely good news.”
Find out more: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
NGA members – we want your views! 💬
Take our 2025 Membership Survey and help shape the future of your membership.
Complete it by 11 Nov for a chance to win one of five £50 M&S vouchers.
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/membership-s...
Take our 2025 Membership Survey and help shape the future of your membership.
Complete it by 11 Nov for a chance to win one of five £50 M&S vouchers.
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/membership-s...
October 10, 2025 at 2:59 PM
NGA members – we want your views! 💬
Take our 2025 Membership Survey and help shape the future of your membership.
Complete it by 11 Nov for a chance to win one of five £50 M&S vouchers.
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/membership-s...
Take our 2025 Membership Survey and help shape the future of your membership.
Complete it by 11 Nov for a chance to win one of five £50 M&S vouchers.
🔗 www.nga.org.uk/membership-s...
We’re proud to be at the #TesSENDShow 2025! 🌟
Emma joined the Vision for SEND Reform keynote alongside sector leaders, & at 12:30, Sam explores SEND Governance: Strengthening Partnerships for Pupil Success.
Visit the NGA stand to discover how we help boards champion inclusion.
Emma joined the Vision for SEND Reform keynote alongside sector leaders, & at 12:30, Sam explores SEND Governance: Strengthening Partnerships for Pupil Success.
Visit the NGA stand to discover how we help boards champion inclusion.
October 10, 2025 at 11:10 AM
We’re proud to be at the #TesSENDShow 2025! 🌟
Emma joined the Vision for SEND Reform keynote alongside sector leaders, & at 12:30, Sam explores SEND Governance: Strengthening Partnerships for Pupil Success.
Visit the NGA stand to discover how we help boards champion inclusion.
Emma joined the Vision for SEND Reform keynote alongside sector leaders, & at 12:30, Sam explores SEND Governance: Strengthening Partnerships for Pupil Success.
Visit the NGA stand to discover how we help boards champion inclusion.
Delighted to be at #NAGASConf25! 🎉
Emma is sharing the latest on school & trust governance. Emma & Rob are on our stand to answer your questions & show how NGA can help boards strengthen oversight, compliance & impact.
Emma is sharing the latest on school & trust governance. Emma & Rob are on our stand to answer your questions & show how NGA can help boards strengthen oversight, compliance & impact.
October 9, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Delighted to be at #NAGASConf25! 🎉
Emma is sharing the latest on school & trust governance. Emma & Rob are on our stand to answer your questions & show how NGA can help boards strengthen oversight, compliance & impact.
Emma is sharing the latest on school & trust governance. Emma & Rob are on our stand to answer your questions & show how NGA can help boards strengthen oversight, compliance & impact.
The UK’s leading education event returns! 🎓
The Schools and Academies Show is back at the NEC Birmingham on 19–20 Nov 2025 - and this year, we will host our Annual Conference & AGM live on the show floor.
Read more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The Schools and Academies Show is back at the NEC Birmingham on 19–20 Nov 2025 - and this year, we will host our Annual Conference & AGM live on the show floor.
Read more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
October 8, 2025 at 3:18 PM
The UK’s leading education event returns! 🎓
The Schools and Academies Show is back at the NEC Birmingham on 19–20 Nov 2025 - and this year, we will host our Annual Conference & AGM live on the show floor.
Read more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The Schools and Academies Show is back at the NEC Birmingham on 19–20 Nov 2025 - and this year, we will host our Annual Conference & AGM live on the show floor.
Read more: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Make an impact in your first six months of governance with our interactive online sessions for new governors and trustees.
Sessions are tailored to your governance setting with tips on what to expect and available support.
https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals/an-introduction-to-governance/
Sessions are tailored to your governance setting with tips on what to expect and available support.
https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals/an-introduction-to-governance/
October 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Make an impact in your first six months of governance with our interactive online sessions for new governors and trustees.
Sessions are tailored to your governance setting with tips on what to expect and available support.
https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals/an-introduction-to-governance/
Sessions are tailored to your governance setting with tips on what to expect and available support.
https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals/an-introduction-to-governance/
ICYMI!
Our Chief Exec Emma Balchin shares why this term’s board meetings matter more than ever & how to keep every pupil in focus.
Read Emma's blog 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/welcome-back-a-term-of-opportunity-inclusion-and-impact/
Our Chief Exec Emma Balchin shares why this term’s board meetings matter more than ever & how to keep every pupil in focus.
Read Emma's blog 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/welcome-back-a-term-of-opportunity-inclusion-and-impact/
October 6, 2025 at 2:52 PM
ICYMI!
Our Chief Exec Emma Balchin shares why this term’s board meetings matter more than ever & how to keep every pupil in focus.
Read Emma's blog 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/welcome-back-a-term-of-opportunity-inclusion-and-impact/
Our Chief Exec Emma Balchin shares why this term’s board meetings matter more than ever & how to keep every pupil in focus.
Read Emma's blog 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/welcome-back-a-term-of-opportunity-inclusion-and-impact/
Meet the Experts: our new blog series spotlighting the people behind NGA.
First up, Rosemary shares her journey from parent governor to Head of Consultancy, supporting schools & trusts nationwide.
Read here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
First up, Rosemary shares her journey from parent governor to Head of Consultancy, supporting schools & trusts nationwide.
Read here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
October 2, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Meet the Experts: our new blog series spotlighting the people behind NGA.
First up, Rosemary shares her journey from parent governor to Head of Consultancy, supporting schools & trusts nationwide.
Read here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
First up, Rosemary shares her journey from parent governor to Head of Consultancy, supporting schools & trusts nationwide.
Read here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...