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Governing Matters

Our members' magazine for governors, trustees, governance professionals and school leaders.

Governing Matters 2020

Discover the latest issue of our members’ magazine as well as our previous issues.

Governing Matters offers essential reading on all aspects of education and governance, promoting strategic leadership in schools and trusts. Published three times a year, it is written by NGA experts as well as external authors with specialist knowledge.

Covering the latest thinking from across the education sector, with in-depth policy analysis, advice on improving your governance practice and a look at the best approaches for addressing the challenges faced by schools and trusts.

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Spring 2026

The latest issue reflects on a year of change and looks ahead to what’s coming next, with features on SEND, MAT growth, professional development and curriculum reform.

We explore expert support from our consultancy team, celebrate excellence through the Outstanding Governance Awards, and engage with articles that examine the big questions shaping the future of schools and trusts.

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Sam Henson

A word from the editor

With turkey and tinsel now a distant memory, governing boards move into 2026 with both familiar challenges and new opportunities to strengthen their strategic impact. This issue brings insights from across the sector, reflecting on a year of change and setting the stage for the year ahead.

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What's included

In each issue:

Editor’s welcome
Features on major talking points in education
Advice articles on topical subjects and latest NGA guidance
‘Need to know’ stories featuring checklists
Content for all school settings
An opinion piece from our chief executive
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