NGA For Schools & Trusts
@ngauk.bsky.social
Empowering those in governance with valuable resources & support to shape stronger governance.
https://www.nga.org.uk/
https://www.nga.org.uk/
Pinned
...And that's a wrap for our social media channels this year!
The NGA offices will close on Wednesday, 24 December and reopen on Friday, 2 January, when regular service will resume.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and restful break from all the NGA team.
The NGA offices will close on Wednesday, 24 December and reopen on Friday, 2 January, when regular service will resume.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and restful break from all the NGA team.
...And that's a wrap for our social media channels this year!
The NGA offices will close on Wednesday, 24 December and reopen on Friday, 2 January, when regular service will resume.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and restful break from all the NGA team.
The NGA offices will close on Wednesday, 24 December and reopen on Friday, 2 January, when regular service will resume.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and restful break from all the NGA team.
December 19, 2025 at 1:38 PM
...And that's a wrap for our social media channels this year!
The NGA offices will close on Wednesday, 24 December and reopen on Friday, 2 January, when regular service will resume.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and restful break from all the NGA team.
The NGA offices will close on Wednesday, 24 December and reopen on Friday, 2 January, when regular service will resume.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and restful break from all the NGA team.
New e-learning: Taking the Chair. NGA consultants share expert insights to help you lead your board, build productive relationships and develop as a chair. Available to Learning Link subscribers: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
December 18, 2025 at 3:22 PM
New e-learning: Taking the Chair. NGA consultants share expert insights to help you lead your board, build productive relationships and develop as a chair. Available to Learning Link subscribers: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
Want to lead with confidence?
🧠 NGA’s Leading Governance programme supports governors, trustees, clerks & leaders with expert training to drive improvement in any school or trust.
👥 Learn your role, strengthen your board.
🔗 https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals
🧠 NGA’s Leading Governance programme supports governors, trustees, clerks & leaders with expert training to drive improvement in any school or trust.
👥 Learn your role, strengthen your board.
🔗 https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals
December 16, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Want to lead with confidence?
🧠 NGA’s Leading Governance programme supports governors, trustees, clerks & leaders with expert training to drive improvement in any school or trust.
👥 Learn your role, strengthen your board.
🔗 https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals
🧠 NGA’s Leading Governance programme supports governors, trustees, clerks & leaders with expert training to drive improvement in any school or trust.
👥 Learn your role, strengthen your board.
🔗 https://www.nga.org.uk/training/individuals
🌟 As we approach the end of 2025, we look back on a busy year of supporting better governance in our annual report.
Learn how we’ve helped governors and trustees to strengthen schools, influence decision makers and improve outcomes for pupils.
Read 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/about/annual-report/
Learn how we’ve helped governors and trustees to strengthen schools, influence decision makers and improve outcomes for pupils.
Read 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/about/annual-report/
December 15, 2025 at 4:23 PM
🌟 As we approach the end of 2025, we look back on a busy year of supporting better governance in our annual report.
Learn how we’ve helped governors and trustees to strengthen schools, influence decision makers and improve outcomes for pupils.
Read 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/about/annual-report/
Learn how we’ve helped governors and trustees to strengthen schools, influence decision makers and improve outcomes for pupils.
Read 👉 https://www.nga.org.uk/about/annual-report/
New blog: SEND is shaping more boardroom discussions than ever. Rising need, stretched services and tight budgets are putting the system under strain, but reform is finally on the horizon. NGA takes stock of what boards are seeing and what must change.
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
December 12, 2025 at 3:43 PM
New blog: SEND is shaping more boardroom discussions than ever. Rising need, stretched services and tight budgets are putting the system under strain, but reform is finally on the horizon. NGA takes stock of what boards are seeing and what must change.
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
So excited that NGA’s Emma Balchin & Michael Barton will speak at #BettUK2026! They’ll share practical insights on how effective governance drives better decisions, accountability & empowers schools to thrive. Sign up and join us uk.bettshow.com/visitor-regi...
December 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
So excited that NGA’s Emma Balchin & Michael Barton will speak at #BettUK2026! They’ll share practical insights on how effective governance drives better decisions, accountability & empowers schools to thrive. Sign up and join us uk.bettshow.com/visitor-regi...
Reposted by NGA For Schools & Trusts
New e-learning: Taking the Chair. NGA consultants share expert insights to help you lead your board, build productive relationships and develop as a chair. Available to Learning Link subscribers: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
December 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
New e-learning: Taking the Chair. NGA consultants share expert insights to help you lead your board, build productive relationships and develop as a chair. Available to Learning Link subscribers: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
Looking for your next step in governance? Aspire Academies Trust in Hemel Hempstead is recruiting a Lead Governance Professional. And remember, NGA’s Governance Professional Jobs service is completely free for recruiters and candidates.
www.nga.org.uk/governance-p...
www.nga.org.uk/governance-p...
December 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Looking for your next step in governance? Aspire Academies Trust in Hemel Hempstead is recruiting a Lead Governance Professional. And remember, NGA’s Governance Professional Jobs service is completely free for recruiters and candidates.
www.nga.org.uk/governance-p...
www.nga.org.uk/governance-p...
Reposted by NGA For Schools & Trusts
ICYMI! Our new research calls for a clearer, shared approach to leadership across education, built on three interdependent strands: governance, educational & business leadership. Developed with @ascl-uk.bsky.social &ISBL
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
November 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM
ICYMI! Our new research calls for a clearer, shared approach to leadership across education, built on three interdependent strands: governance, educational & business leadership. Developed with @ascl-uk.bsky.social &ISBL
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
We're delighted to announce the launch of NGA Assist, our new AI-powered chatbot designed specifically for the governance community!
🧑💻 Get reliable answers from NGA guidance and resources
📝 Draft meeting agendas
📚 Produce board papers
Find out more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
🧑💻 Get reliable answers from NGA guidance and resources
📝 Draft meeting agendas
📚 Produce board papers
Find out more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
December 5, 2025 at 5:15 PM
We're delighted to announce the launch of NGA Assist, our new AI-powered chatbot designed specifically for the governance community!
🧑💻 Get reliable answers from NGA guidance and resources
📝 Draft meeting agendas
📚 Produce board papers
Find out more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
🧑💻 Get reliable answers from NGA guidance and resources
📝 Draft meeting agendas
📚 Produce board papers
Find out more 👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The government’s new Child Poverty Strategy is out & claims to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030, expanding free school meals, childcare support and family services. NGA welcomes the plans but stresses that impact depends on effective delivery. www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
December 5, 2025 at 10:04 AM
The government’s new Child Poverty Strategy is out & claims to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030, expanding free school meals, childcare support and family services. NGA welcomes the plans but stresses that impact depends on effective delivery. www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Discover how we've helped governors and trustees to stay up-to-date with best practice in our new interactive annual report.
The report highlights NGA’s work over the past year, from guidance and events to professional development and policy.
Read it here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
The report highlights NGA’s work over the past year, from guidance and events to professional development and policy.
Read it here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
December 4, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Discover how we've helped governors and trustees to stay up-to-date with best practice in our new interactive annual report.
The report highlights NGA’s work over the past year, from guidance and events to professional development and policy.
Read it here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
The report highlights NGA’s work over the past year, from guidance and events to professional development and policy.
Read it here 👉 www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
📚 Explore the key findings of the recent Curriculum and Assessment Review in our webinar on Wednesday 10 December.
We'll walk through the most significant proposed changes in the review and discuss their implications for schools and pupils.
Register 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/the-c...
We'll walk through the most significant proposed changes in the review and discuss their implications for schools and pupils.
Register 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/the-c...
December 2, 2025 at 4:42 PM
📚 Explore the key findings of the recent Curriculum and Assessment Review in our webinar on Wednesday 10 December.
We'll walk through the most significant proposed changes in the review and discuss their implications for schools and pupils.
Register 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/the-c...
We'll walk through the most significant proposed changes in the review and discuss their implications for schools and pupils.
Register 👉 www.nga.org.uk/events/the-c...
New e-learning: Taking the Chair. NGA consultants share expert insights to help you lead your board, build productive relationships and develop as a chair. Available to Learning Link subscribers: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
December 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
New e-learning: Taking the Chair. NGA consultants share expert insights to help you lead your board, build productive relationships and develop as a chair. Available to Learning Link subscribers: www.nga.org.uk/training/dir...
Finish the term strong! 🎉 Join our December events to learn, connect, and be inspired before the break. Explore the full schedule and plan your end-of-term experience: https://www.nga.org.uk/events/?Date=October-December
November 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Finish the term strong! 🎉 Join our December events to learn, connect, and be inspired before the break. Explore the full schedule and plan your end-of-term experience: https://www.nga.org.uk/events/?Date=October-December
Budget 2025: The two-child limit on benefits will be lifted and SEND provision will be fully funded from 2028-29. Measures aim to ease school costs and reduce child poverty, but questions remain on long-term funding and implementation.
Read NGAs response: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Read NGAs response: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 26, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Budget 2025: The two-child limit on benefits will be lifted and SEND provision will be fully funded from 2028-29. Measures aim to ease school costs and reduce child poverty, but questions remain on long-term funding and implementation.
Read NGAs response: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Read NGAs response: www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
ICYMI! Our new research calls for a clearer, shared approach to leadership across education, built on three interdependent strands: governance, educational & business leadership. Developed with @ascl-uk.bsky.social &ISBL
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
November 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM
ICYMI! Our new research calls for a clearer, shared approach to leadership across education, built on three interdependent strands: governance, educational & business leadership. Developed with @ascl-uk.bsky.social &ISBL
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
→https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
🚀 Discover how we’ve made a difference for boards and trusts across the country!
Our new annual report showcases NGA’s key areas of work and achievements in the last 12 months.
Read it now - www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
Our new annual report showcases NGA’s key areas of work and achievements in the last 12 months.
Read it now - www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
November 24, 2025 at 3:55 PM
🚀 Discover how we’ve made a difference for boards and trusts across the country!
Our new annual report showcases NGA’s key areas of work and achievements in the last 12 months.
Read it now - www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
Our new annual report showcases NGA’s key areas of work and achievements in the last 12 months.
Read it now - www.nga.org.uk/about/annual...
📢 NGA Chief Executive Emma Balchin’s 2025 full Annual Address is now available to read! Emma reflects on Ofsted reform, SEND, workforce challenges & the future of school governance. Read the full transcript 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 21, 2025 at 3:46 PM
📢 NGA Chief Executive Emma Balchin’s 2025 full Annual Address is now available to read! Emma reflects on Ofsted reform, SEND, workforce challenges & the future of school governance. Read the full transcript 👇
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
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.bsky.social &ISBL
Read more →https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
Read more →https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
November 19, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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.bsky.social &ISBL
Read more →https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
Read more →https://www.nga.org.uk/knowledge-centre/three-strands-of-leadership/
Excited for the #SAASHOW! So much going on! Visit us at stand L103 for your chance to win a 30-minute exclusive virtual session on governance. Scan your badge & share a pic tagging us, explaining why governance is key!
November 17, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Excited for the #SAASHOW! So much going on! Visit us at stand L103 for your chance to win a 30-minute exclusive virtual session on governance. Scan your badge & share a pic tagging us, explaining why governance is key!
Reposted by NGA For Schools & Trusts
🗣️ Join our CEO Emma Balchin for two panel discussions at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham on 19 November!
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
October 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🗣️ Join our CEO Emma Balchin for two panel discussions at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham on 19 November!
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Emma will explore how to improve the SEND system and foster collaboration between maintained and academy schools.
View the full agenda: www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
. @oliviabailey.bsky.social has written to governors and trustees outlining new DfE measures to boost school attendance.
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
. @oliviabailey.bsky.social has written to governors and trustees outlining new DfE measures to boost school attendance.
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
The letter highlights new expectations, data tools and support to help schools reduce persistent absence.
Read more ⬇️
🔗 nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
We’ve joined 100+ organisations calling on the government to scrap the two-child limit. Every child deserves the best start in life; ending this policy is key to tackling poverty and supporting schools to help children thrive.
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
November 12, 2025 at 3:23 PM
We’ve joined 100+ organisations calling on the government to scrap the two-child limit. Every child deserves the best start in life; ending this policy is key to tackling poverty and supporting schools to help children thrive.
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
Find out why & read more👉 www.nga.org.uk/news-views/d...
🗣️ Don't miss our director of professional development Charlotte Harding's panel at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham next Tuesday!
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
November 11, 2025 at 5:36 PM
🗣️ Don't miss our director of professional development Charlotte Harding's panel at the Schools and Academies Show in Birmingham next Tuesday!
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda
Charlotte will discuss how governing boards can make best use of their skills to benefit schools in their trust.
🔗 www.schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk/agenda