2025: A year of opportunity for schools
Explore key changes in education policy introduced by the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill in NGA’s latest blog.
Updated guidance on SEND exclusions
New guidance for panels on reviewing exclusions and assessing SEND considerations is now available.
Ofsted e-learning module refreshed
Our updated Learning Link module provides a comprehensive guide to the latest Ofsted inspection changes and preparation tips.
Celebrating governance excellence
Congratulations to governance volunteers and professionals recognised in the King’s New Year Honours list, including Ruth Agnew, MBE, and Helen Wardale, MBE.
Safeguarding essentials
Review your board’s safeguarding training with bespoke live sessions or NGA’s e-learning module tailored to your setting.
Upcoming NGA events: Spring into action
- 21 January: Webinar – Disadvantage: Widening the lens
- 29 January: Governance Leadership Forum – Uniting schools, families, and communities
- 4 February: Webinar – Navigating the culture of Ofsted
DfE report on climate literacy
New research highlights gaps in climate education among school leavers, with 27% unaware of recent warming trends.
Spotlight on governance: Learn Sheffield
Learn Sheffield’s new video showcases the importance of governance and inspires others to take on critical roles
Disadvantage gap research by EPI
EPI’s latest findings call for early intervention and continued support to address gaps for disadvantaged pupils across England
Enhance your governance skills
NGA’s Leading Governance programmes offer tailored development for chairs, trustees, clerks, and governance professionals.