New NGA Guides
Updated NGA Guides for governors - 2010/11
New editions of our NGA Guides, with updated information on legislation, are available in Autumn. Order them now -
those who pre-order and pay for the Guides before 31 August 2010 will receive a 5% discount off all publications.
These valuable publications are purchased by over 50 local authorities as a credible source of information and guidance for governors. The four Guides are:
Welcome to Governance
- currently the most popular induction resource for new governors in England.
Welcome to Clerking
- the definitive guide for governing body clerks.
The Chair's Handbook
- a comprehensive guide for newly elected chairs.
Support and Challenge
- a guide to help governors meet their legal obligations.
Pack of Guides - 1 of each of the 4 guides.
Discounts offered for NGA members - download our order form here
We've received several endorsements for our Guides, including:
“Welcome to Clerking is an excellent publication which provides plenty of sensible advice without indicating how the role ‘must be done’. I particularly liked the phrase that ‘clerks find a way that is comfortable’ – very true in my experience. The publication was recommended to me and is a great way of keeping up with ever-changing legislation.”
A clerk of two schools in Warwickshire
“For the past 5 years we have used 'Welcome to Governance - A Guide for New School Governors' as a key part of our new governor induction materials. Well designed and laid out and regularly updated, it is a good first read, providing an overview of the role of governance and encouraging governors to ask questions, make monitoring visits and get actively involved.”
Linda Lissimore - Head of School Governance, Kent County Council
Each Guide offers detailed information on the business of governance. The 'Welcome to Governance' Guide also acts as a distance learning module, with section summary questions and a final questionnaire assessment, which allows readers to test their understanding. This distance learning element enables governors and governing bodies to evidence their training.
Gold NGA membership includes a free pack of NGA Guides and free distance learning for all new governors. More information here
Telephone: 0121 237 3780 or email: admin@nga.org.uk
Orders for NGA publications of £30 or less must be paid for in advance.