If you're not sure, find out who's responsible for organising the election first.
Use our collection of templates
Our collection of templates includes a:
- Candidate form and letter to parents/carers inviting candidates
- Ballot paper and a letter to parents/carers outlining the voting procedure
- Letter to the successful candidate(s)
- Letter announcing the result to parents/carers
Be sure to contact your local authority (maintained schools), or check your articles of association (academies), to make sure you meet any specific election requirements.
Understand the election process
Let us guide you through the process from start to finish.
Signpost our resources for your newly-appointed candidates
When the time comes, share these links with your new governors/trustees, to help them make a confident start in their new role:
- Our on-demand parent governor/trustee eLearning course
- Our summary of the role of the parent governor/trustee