Membership Survey 2025
Have your say and help shape your NGA membership. Takes 20 minutes and closes 12pm, 11 November. Five £50 M&S vouchers up for grabs.
Annual General Meeting
Our AGM calling notice and supporting documents are now available. Submit questions in advance to our governance professional.
NGA resources
New guidance on behaviour, curriculum, CPD for staff, and disciplinary, capability, and grievance procedures.
What boards are talking about
From Ofsted inspections to complaints reform and Prevent duty, our latest blog explores this term’s hot topics.
Early years campaign
DfE launches Best Start in Life campaign to support parents navigating early childhood guidance.
Year 8 reading test
All pupils will sit a mandatory reading test to assess fluency and comprehension. Results go to parents, Ofsted, and DfE.
IRP training
New Independent Review Panel training to boost confidence, ensure compliance, and lead panels effectively.
SEND & disadvantage
Research shows children with SEND from poorer families face lower outcomes and less support.
Girls & physical activity
Girls facing multiple inequalities are less active; Youth Sport Trust’s Well Check tool supports pupil health and wellbeing.
Your NGA November agenda
6 Nov: SEND Network (online) | 12 Nov: Free MAT growth webinar | 20 Nov: Annual Conference & AGM, NEC Birmingham