Training and development for individuals
Lead and support your governing board to have a positive impact on your school or trust’s improvement. Our flexible professional development courses and training sessions will benefit individuals.
Welcome to Governance LIVE
Become an NGA Gold or NGA MAT member to join these exclusive FREE interactive virtual sessions that have been developed specifically to help new governors and trustees make an impact in their first six months in the role.
Training for executive leaders
Training for executives and senior leaders within MATs, SATs and maintained schools.
Each of our virtual sessions is setting specific, allowing trust and school leaders to explore how to work with their boards for better governance.
Understanding independent review panels
Ensure competent and effective involvement in Independent Review Panels (IRP). This course will equip you with the essential skills, knowledge and understanding to fulfil your role ensure legal requirements are met.
about individual training
How will you learn?
Our programmes are delivered remotely. You can register for termly cohorts starting throughout the academic year, and for any additional cohorts we may be running with our local partners. Please choose the most relevant cohort when applying for your programme place.
Why choose NGA training?
Benefit from our unrivalled expert knowledge of best governance practice.
Keep up to date with latest government legislation and guidance
Tailored to your role and organisation
Clear “how to” guidance and resources to take away
Delivered by sector-expert consultants
On-demand content for your needs
Bespoke solutions
Specifically designed for your school, trust or setting
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