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Updated module: Safeguarding and Promoting Child Welfare

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Elaine Walton

We are pleased to announce we have updated our module on Safeguarding and Promoting Child Welfare. This module is a basic introduction to your responsibility as a Governor in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This is a companion … Continue reading →

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Complete our survey for a chance to win a Samsung tablet

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Carol Woolley

We’re planning a free meeting of governors from across the country to give you a chance to network, talk about experiences and share ideas. As an experienced governor we would love your thoughts on this. We want to do even … Continue reading →

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New Module! Academy Governance

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Carol Woolley

Modern Governor, working in partnership with the NGA, is pleased to announce the release of our second academy module, Academy Governance. This module looks at the role and responsibilities of the Trust Body and Governing Body. It is divided into three … Continue reading →

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Out and About with Modern Governor….

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Carol Woolley

March is a busy time for us here at Modern Governor as we try to visit as many of your local conferences as we can. We love meeting you all face to face and hearing your news and views, and … Continue reading →

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Pay is not the only way to raise the standard of school governance

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Carol Woolley

Here at Modern Governor we have been watching with interest the debate going on around paying school governors following Sir Michael Wilshaw’s recent comments In an article in today’s Guardian, Lord Bichard argues It is more critical that governors understand … Continue reading →

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Stockport Governor Conference 2013 “Are we making a difference?”

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Carol Woolley

Modern Governor spent last Saturday in Stockport at the GOVAS/Stockport MBC annual conference for their governors. It was great to meet so many dedicated governors giving up their Saturday to listen to speakers and join in workshops on a whole … Continue reading →