NGA For Schools & Trusts #VisibleGovernance

New report: Governing in 4D is out now. It celebrates strong governance and how we build consistency as we move to a universal MAT system. It sets out governance in four dimensions: board, members, local tier, exec. Read it: nga.org.uk/knowledge-cent…

ICYMI: New report: Governing in 4D is out now. It celebrates strong governance and how we build consistency as we move to a universal MAT system. It sets out governance in four dimensions: board, members, local tier, exec. Read it: nga.org.uk/knowledge-cent…

Governors & trustees across England have shared what they’re seeing & a clear picture is emerging. SEND, attendance, behaviour, funding & family relationships are interconnected. Policy needs to reflect that. 📊 Read what you told us & how we’re acting 👇nga.org.uk/news-views/dir…

📈 Real performance doesn’t improve in a once-a-year appraisal. As the CEO role becomes more complex, the way we manage performance needs to evolve. 📅 From next week, our new performance management support will help your board to shift to an ongoing, strategy-led approach.

📊 After exploring primary school data, we’re now focusing on secondary. Join us to build confidence in interpreting key performance measures and asking the right questions to support improvement. With @andrew_hill_FFT Book 👉 nga.org.uk/events/using-d…

Our new report, Governing in 4D, sets out a clear, community-rooted model and practical standards to help make that happen as the system evolves. Read more: nga.org.uk/news-views/dir…

🌟 Thank you to everyone who attended today's NGA MAT Conference! We explored the impact of the schools white paper, accountability and community engagement in a busy programme of panel discussions. It was great to see so many trust leaders join us here at @SAA_Show in London.

🗣 A busy first half of our MAT Conference! We've explored the changing landscape for trusts, including the importance of local ties and the prospect of inspections. NGA's Emma Balchin and Sam Henson also discussed the impact of the schools white paper with the @SAA_Show.

LIVE at the NGA MAT Conference Stage 👇 From Results to Readiness: Trust Level Insight for a Changing System. Join our speakers as they explore how trusts can use data and insight to navigate change, strengthen strategy and support better outcomes across their schools #SAAShow

👋 Our CEO Emma Balchin offers a warm welcome to NGA’s MAT Conference at @SAA_Show! We’re excited to begin a day of expert-led sessions looking at the key challenges facing multi academy trusts. Join the conversation in Conference Area 10. #NGAconf

✅ All set! We can't wait for our MAT Conference tomorrow at the @SAA_Show. We'll be discussing the key challenges facing MATs throughout the day. You can also find us at Stand B52 to learn how we can support your board or trust. View the agenda 👉 nga.org.uk/events/mat-con…

⏳ Only 2️⃣ days to go! We’re thrilled to bring together trust leaders at our MAT Conference to discuss key strategic and accountability challenges for the sector. Join us on Thursday at Excel London as part of the @SAA_Show. Book your place 👉 nga.org.uk/events/mat-con…

👋 It was a pleasure to speak and exhibit at the @EducateAdvise Annual Summit today! NGA’s Director of Professional Development, Charlotte Harding, discussed the importance of vision-based leadership in improving schools and trusts. #AoEASummit2026

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act has now become law, bringing wide-ranging changes for schools and trusts. What does it mean in practice for governors and trustees? We’ve set out the key changes and what boards should be thinking about next 👇 nga.org.uk/news-views/dir…

Academy trusts boosted the amount of money they raised themselves – from sources such as lettings, catering, donations and investments – by nearly 25 per cent last year, according to analysis by @JabedAhm tes.com/magazine/news/…

ICYMI! Our new research calls for a clearer, shared approach to leadership across education, built on three interdependent strands: governance, educational, and business leadership. Developed with @ASCL_UK and @ISBL_news. Read more →nga.org.uk/knowledge-cent…

📢 Our MAT Conference is 9️⃣ days away! Join us at @SAA_Show on 7 May for a series of insightful discussions, including our panel on the MAT landscape and its future. We'll explore key topics like mergers, expansions, local governance and more. Book 👉 nga.org.uk/events/mat-con…

👥 Parents are one of the most important stakeholder groups for governing boards, offering rich insights into school life. Explore our updated guidance on how schools and trusts can monitor and support effective parental engagement. Read 👉 nga.org.uk/knowledge-cent…

Learning Link has evolved. A simpler, smarter way to support your development, with flexible e-learning, improved reporting and 50+ hours of content. Find out more in our latest blog: nga.org.uk/news-views/dir…

📍 Where is your trust's decision-making taking place? Centralisation vs localisation will be one of the key discussions at our MAT Conference, which is just 2️⃣ weeks away. Join us and hear from sector leaders as part of the @SAA_Show on 7 May. Book 👉 nga.org.uk/events/mat-con…