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Ofsted's 'Improving governance': an overview
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We outline the main points from Ofsted's 2016 report 'Improving governance'. We focus on the recommendations for the governing bodies of maintained schools, academies and multi-academy trusts.
Contents
- 1 Ofsted's findings: overcoming the barriers to governance
- 2 Identify weaknesses through robust self-evaluation
- 3 Develop knowledge and skills within the governing body
- 4 Make use of external expertise and support
- 5 Clarify governors' roles and responsibilities
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