Governors Cymru Services

Congratulations to everyone receiving their GCSE results across Wales today! Whatever your results, today marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of an exciting new one. Be proud of how far you’ve come, and good luck with whatever comes next! Llongyfarchiadau i chi gyd!

Congratulations to everyone receiving their A Level results across Wales today! Whatever your results, today marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of an exciting new one. Be proud of how far you’ve come, and good luck with whatever comes next! Llongyfarchiadau i chi gyd!

Thank you for your continued commitment and hard work - your dedication to improving outcomes for learners and supporting your schools is greatly appreciated. We hope you have a well-deserved and restful summer break.

🎉 This month marks eight years of Governors Cymru Services!

Since 2018, we’ve been proud to support governing bodies in schools across Wales, helping governors make a positive impact and championing their voice within the education system.

It’s been an incredible journey, and we’re grateful to everyone who has been part of it - our partners, schools, governing bodies, and governors. Thank you for your continued support.

You can a look back at our journey in our latest blog - just head to the news section of our website (see link in bio).

Here’s to the next chapter of supporting school governance in Wales!

It's been a pleasure to work with Cardiff University over several years. This Q&A with Sue Diment, Education Partnerships Manager looks at the innovative work undertaken by Sue and the University to support school governance. Have a read here:
https://www.governors.cymru/news/2026/06/17/qa-sue-diment-education-partnerships-manager-cardi/

With the forecast for the hot weather this week, schools should refer to Welsh Government guidance on opening schools in extreme weather. Lots of information in the guidance for schools to consider, as well as relaxing the uniform policy and allow PE kits to be worn.

You can read the guidance here:

Opening schools as well as childcare and play settings in extreme bad weather and extreme hot weather [HTML] | GOV.WALES Guidance for headteachers as well as childcare and play providers about what to consider during extreme bad weather and periods of extreme hot weather.

Our June bulletin will be winging it's way to subscribers next week - full to the brim with excellent content 😀

How confident are you in your governing body’s effectiveness?

The most effective governing bodies don’t just meet—they reflect, challenge themselves, and take action. Our Governing Body Self-Evaluation Template gives you a clear, structured way to do exactly that. Designed to support and challenge governing bodies, the template helps you:
✔ Take an honest look at how your governing body is performing
✔ Identify strengths, and where improvement is needed
✔ Strengthen your role as a critical friend to school leaders
✔ Link governance more closely to school improvement priorities
✔ Turn reflection into clear, practical actions

Sign up now to access the template and start your evaluation journey! https://www.governors.cymru/subscriptions/

Welsh Government are reviewing school governing bodies in Wales.

Read more about it here and how you can contribute to the review:

Do you have views on school governing bodies in Wales?, Governors Cymru Services News Independent information, advice and guidance service on almost everything and anything to do with the roles and responsibilities of school governors.

In our latest Q&A, we speak to Kerry Jones, Chair of Governors at Ysgol Eirias in Conwy.

With many schools across Wales struggling amid funding pressures and increased responsibilities, we spoke to Kerry about the growing challenge of balancing the school budget.

Read the piece now on the news section of our website (see link in bio).