This article lays out the options available to you when it comes to how your board operates. If you're in a multi-academy trust and would like to change the way that your whole trust organises its governance, have a look at our article on developing a governance structure that works for your trust.
If you're thinking of making a change to your governance structure, read our chair’s guide to help you through the process.
No committees – the circle model
Maintained school governing boards aren't required to have any committees. So some choose to operate without them – this is also known as the 'circle model'.
Advantages Disadvantages It's easier for the chair and headteacher to maintain strategic control of the agenda and decision-making The chair and headteacher could have excessive