Download our checklists
There are a lot of things to know about your school/trust, but you're not expected to know everything all at once. Use this checklist to identify the key things you should get to grips with.
If you're a new governor/trustee, use it to create a firm foundation in your new role.
As an experienced governor/trustee, you can use it each year to stay up to date on the changes in your school.
Maintained school and LGB governors
Academy trustees
Why you need to know your school or trust well
This knowledge underpins some of your board's core duties: agreeing the strategic direction, monitoring the improvement plan, and providing financial and safeguarding oversight. Without