National Governance Association

National Governance Association Empowering those in governance with valuable resources & support to shape stronger governance. Local Governor Associations may also join the NGA.

NGA support local governor associations and governing bodies, lobby ministers and policy makers on all policies that impact schools and offer high-quality guidance, information, conferences and advice for governors and governance professionals. NGA facilitate effective communication with our members, tailored to the requirements of governors. Our range of communications includes our bi-monthly mag

azine; Governing Matters, a weekly e-newsletter, bulletin board for local associations and regular events and conferences. Governors can join the NGA as individuals, or as members of a government maintained governing body; this includes academies, free schools and city technology colleges. Local authorities, education organisations and education businesses can also support the work of the NGA as corporate partners.

💬 The new academic year promises a shifting governance landscape – but also chances to improve and learn together. https...
04/09/2026

💬 The new academic year promises a shifting governance landscape – but also chances to improve and learn together. https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/welcome-back-leading-with-purpose-in-a-year-of-change/

NGA's Chief Executive, Emma Balchin, reflects on the year ahead for governing boards and the pressures, priorities and opportunities shaping governance in 2026.

Emma explores the importance of keeping children at the centre of decision‑making, and outlines how NGA will support boards through major system changes and changing expectations.

We will stand alongside governors, trustees and governance professionals all the way, as you make the most of your membership, strengthen your boards and communities, and continue to improve outcomes for children.

Read Emma's article 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/welcome-back-leading-with-purpose-in-a-year-of-change/

💻 New for 2026, our latest e-learning module covers all board members need to know about the Prevent Duty. https://www.n...
03/09/2026

💻 New for 2026, our latest e-learning module covers all board members need to know about the Prevent Duty. https://www.nga.org.uk/training/directory/prevent/

As part of their safeguarding responsibilities, schools and trusts play an important role in protecting children from harm, including the risk of radicalisation.

The Prevent Duty forms an important part of this safeguarding role, which aims to support education settings to identify concerns early and respond appropriately to pupils who may be vulnerable.

Designed specifically for governors, trustees and governance professionals, this module explains your statutory responsibilities, helping boards understand the Prevent Duty and their role in keeping children safe.

The module is delivered through Learning Link, our e-learning platform for everyone involved in school and trust governance, which includes more than 65 expert-led modules.

Find out more 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/training/directory/prevent/

📚 Start the new year with confidence with our annual governance planners for academy trusts and maintained schools. http...
02/09/2026

📚 Start the new year with confidence with our annual governance planners for academy trusts and maintained schools. https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/annual-governance-planner/

Our annual governance planners make it easier for boards to stay organised and focused throughout the year.

They help governance professionals to work closely with chairs and school or trust leaders in mapping out the board’s priorities for the year, then to shape clear, purposeful meeting agendas.

Each planner brings together required activity and best‑practice recommendations, so you can stay on top of key deadlines and map out the tasks for each term. They also include links to our helpful resources.

🔒 Get your planner here 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/annual-governance-planner/

📅 Stay up-to-date and reconnect with sector colleagues with our programme of events in September. https://www.nga.org.uk...
01/09/2026

📅 Stay up-to-date and reconnect with sector colleagues with our programme of events in September. https://www.nga.org.uk/events

8️⃣ Join us on 8 September for an important webinar on updated allergy responsibilities for boards and schools. We'll discuss the DfE's new statutory guidance on allergies, with practical advice from our policy experts.

Register 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/events/understanding-the-changing-allergy-responsibilities-for-boards-and-schools/

2️⃣2️⃣ Our Local Associations Network returns for its autumn meeting on 22 September, bringing together executive and steering group members of local associations to share successes and challenges.

Register 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/events/local-associations-network-meeting-autumn-2026/

2️⃣9️⃣ This meeting of our Governance Professionals Network will focus on key legal updates for governance professionals for the new academic year, including changes to the Academy Trust Handbook and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.

Register 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/events/governance-professionals-network-autumn-2026/

You can also browse and sign up for our events taking place in the rest of this calendar year on the NGA website.

📅 View our events calendar 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/events

🫶 A warm welcome back to the new academic year to our members, the governance community and school and trust staff acros...
01/09/2026

🫶 A warm welcome back to the new academic year to our members, the governance community and school and trust staff across the country.

NGA will be here to support your vital work throughout the year with our wealth of resources, expert support and e-learning.

Find out more 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/

✨ Our Annual Conference brings NGA members, leaders and experts together to discuss the priorities shaping governance fo...
19/08/2026

✨ Our Annual Conference brings NGA members, leaders and experts together to discuss the priorities shaping governance for the year ahead. https://www.nga.org.uk/events/annual-conference-and-agm-2026/

This is your chance to hear directly from NGA's leadership as we set out our key areas of focus for the year ahead, shaped by the views and experiences of our members.

We'll be joined by sector experts and leaders who will share fresh perspectives, practical ideas and insights to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities facing governance.

Our topics to discuss include:

📍 Effective local governance in multi academy trusts
🎯 Strategic leadership and intelligent delegation
🤖 Using AI and digital tools to reduce governance workload
📝 The role of governance in planned reforms to SEND support

Book your free place and join us on Thursday 19 November as part of the Schools & Academies Show, held at the NEC in Birmingham.

Register 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/events/annual-conference-and-agm-2026/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ngaconf

👏 Congratulations to all students receiving their results today - here are our key takeaways from ! https://www.nga.org...
13/08/2026

👏 Congratulations to all students receiving their results today - here are our key takeaways from ! https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/results-day-2026-a-level-t-level-and-vocational-level-3-results/

On behalf of everyone at NGA and the wider governance community, we offer our warmest congratulations to all students receiving their A-Level, T-Level and vocational results today.

Every result is powered by the dedication of school leaders, teachers, families and governing boards, all working to ensure each pupil receives high‑quality teaching, strong pastoral support and access to the best possible opportunities.

We wish the class of 2026 every success, whichever next step you choose to take on your journey.

Read our reaction 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/news-views/directory/results-day-2026-a-level-t-level-and-vocational-level-3-results/

10/08/2026

🚀 Supporting executive leaders well starts with a better performance framework.

Our new executive performance management support service helps boards move beyond one‑off annual appraisals and towards a meaningful, year‑round development cycle.

Built around our specially designed executive leadership framework, it supports boards to:

🎯 Align expectations with the strategic direction of the trust or school
💬 Use 360‑degree feedback to strengthen leadership growth
🗓️ Provide consistent, constructive support throughout the year

📽 NGA’s Head of Consultancy, Rosemary Lovatt, explains how it all works.

Find out more 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/exec-performance-management

📝 We'll be kicking off the new academic year with an important webinar exploring the new allergy responsibilities facing...
04/08/2026

📝 We'll be kicking off the new academic year with an important webinar exploring the new allergy responsibilities facing schools and trusts. https://www.nga.org.uk/events/understanding-the-changing-allergy-responsibilities-for-boards-and-schools/

Our policy experts will be joined by Sarah Knight from The Allergy Team to explain the DfE's new statutory guidance and offer practical advice on meeting these expectations.

The session will be helpful for all governors, trustees and governance professionals, as the new guidance impacts those governing in all settings.

It will be especially relevant for safeguarding governors as they get to grips with this expansion of their responsibilities.

Book your place 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/events/understanding-the-changing-allergy-responsibilities-for-boards-and-schools/

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