Academy trust governance
NGA provides an unrivalled offer to academy trusts, with tailored information, advice and guidance, professional development, e-learning, and events.
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Updated: 20/11/2024Finance & resourcesCompleting the school resource management self-assessment checklist
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13/05/20263:30-5:30pmZoomGoverning board rolesUnderstanding the role of Trust Members - May 2026
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12/11/2025Session 1: 12 Nov 2025 9.30am-12.00pm | Session 2: 13 Nov 2025 9.30am-12.00pmZoomGoverning board evaluationUnderstanding independent review panels
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07/10/2025VariousZoomChairingDevelopment for chairs of Multi Academy Trusts, Autumn 2025 cohort 1
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01/01/0001Date and time tbc - Autumn termZoomSchool & trust leadersGovernance for MAT executive leaders - Autumn 2025
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01/01/0001Date and time tbc - Autumn termZoomSchool & trust leadersGovernance for academy leaders within MATs - Autumn 2025
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01/01/0001Date and time tbc - Autumn termZoomSchool & trust leadersGovernance for SAT leaders - Autumn 2025
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08/10/2025VariousZoomChairingDevelopment for chairs of Single Academy Trusts, Autumn 2025 cohort 1
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30/09/2025VariousZoomChairingDevelopment for chairs of Local Governing Bodies, Autumn 2025 cohort 1
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10/07/20259:45 - 18:00Birmingham Conference & Events Centre, B5 4EWLatest updatesNational Governance Conference for Schools and Trusts 2025
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10/07/20269:45 - 16:30Birmingham Conference & Events Centre, B5 4EWLatest updatesNational Governance Conference for Schools and Trusts 2026
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23/09/202516:30 - 18:00ZoomLatest updatesGovernance Leadership Forum: How are schools working together – and what’s getting in the way?
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20/11/202510:00 - 15:45NEC, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NTLatest updatesAnnual Conference and AGM
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16/07/202512:30 - 13:15ZoomSafeguardingSafeguarding pupils against extreme views and behaviours: the governance role
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07/05/202516:30 - 18:00ZoomLatest updatesGovernance Leadership Forum: Three Strands of Leadership
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Webinar
Financial risks and opportunities in a MAT
This on-demand webinar for NGA MAT members explores what makes financial management different in a MAT, and the risks and opportunities this can create. From GAG pooling to reserves and economies of scale, we provide practical advice on ensuring your trust is financially sustainable.
Blogs and insights
E-learning
Introduction to local governance
Our bitesize e-learning module explains how the local tier fits within the wider MAT structure as well as the roles and responsibilities commonly carried out by the local tier and key relationships for local governors.
Access a range of resources that will support your whole trust to develop the governance skills and knowledge they need. Benefits include:
Expert, confidential and independent governance advice
Best practice guidance, templates, checklists, insights and much more
Helpful guides for both experienced and new governors and trustees
Membership magazine providing essential reading on strategic leadership
The best way to keep up to date with important governance and education news
Join in, network and learn from your peers: there are over 30 events a year to choose from