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Induction

Welcome to Governance

A guide for those new to school governance and those who wish to refresh their knowledge of key roles, responsibilities and good practice.

Publication
04/03/2026
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Revised in March 2026, this publication is now available exclusively online to NGA Gold and MAT members, ensuring easy access to the latest guidance.

Welcome to Governance is an induction guide for those governing at a local authority maintained school, single academy trust or at an academy within a multi academy trust (MAT).

The guide covers key topics, including:

  • the school system
  • the responsibilities of governing boards
  • how governing boards work, meetings and decision-making
  • being an effective governor or trustee
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  • "The quality of Welcome to Governance, Welcome to a MAT and The Chair's Handbook cannot be too highly recommended. They give an excellent grounding for those new in post and are continuing source of information over the years..."

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