NGA For Schools & Trusts #VisibleGovernance

One week until NGA’s Annual Governance Survey launches. It's the biggest insight into what's really going on in governance across trusts & schools, from what’s working to where support is needed. We’re also hearing from governance professionals for the first time More info soon

📈 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. Our new performance management support will help your board to shift to an ongoing, strategy-led approach. nga.org.uk/training/direc…

Executive performance management in schools and trusts needs a rethink. Our latest blog explores why annual appraisal alone is no longer enough and why a more continuous, strategic approach to leadership support and accountability is needed. nga.org.uk/news-views/dir…

▶️ It's time to switch up your once-a-year executive appraisals. We're thrilled to launch our new executive performance management support service, designed to support development of your board's executive leader throughout the year. Find out more 👉 nga.org.uk/exec-performan…

ICYMI: 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…

With big policy changes coming, now is the time for boards to understand how the SEND system can be improved in practice. Join us on 2 June for our online SEND Conference, with experts from @nasen_org, @ASCL_UK, @Parentkind, @Ofstednews and more. Book 👉 nga.org.uk/events/send-co…

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

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…

👋 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…