Did you know that school governors are single handedly the largest group of volunteers in the country? That also makes us the biggest group of #volunteers in #Barnet too 🏫

Have your say on the future of Barnet’s parks and open spaces. We’ve created a draft strategy laying out our vision for them across the next 10 years. Tell us what you think of it: https://t.co/DLtEec5s1K The consultation is open until 7 January 2026.

Wow - what an assembly! Exciting experiments from the Science Department delivered to our KS4 and 5 students making science fun to inspire the next generation chemists @UniofHerts

It's snowing in East Barnet; the perfect day to show you a sneak peek of our Winter Landscape Competition entries and announce that auditions for the Winter Concert are being held next Monday 25th. Wrap up warm today!

More than 3,000 independent school pupils applied to state schools between June and September and a further 2,500 have given notice to leave in January 2025, fuelling concerns that Labour has underestimated the impact of its VAT policy on pupil movement

#Exclusion from school | (IPSEA) Independent Provider of Special Education Advice #SEN #SEND #PEX ⁦@IPSEAcharity⁩

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Start strong this academic year 💪 Your first board meeting of the year should be organised and efficient. Read experienced governance professional @VirtualMatters1's 10 top tips for making sure your board hits the ground running this September. ➡ https://t.co/bzubejATs8

Are you part of a governing board where everybody feels at ease and able to contribute? In our latest edition of the Hoot 🦉 we spoke with Linbert Spencer OBE on why he believes the idea of inclusion is often overlooked in the education sector. https://t.co/1sGBG9sVuT

This is a really interesting read for all in school 🏫 governance #IRP #PEX #Trustees #Governors #Panels

In a recent decision, the High Court has provided some useful guidance on the school’s exclusion process. Joe Orme-Paul examines the facts of the case, highlighting key learnings for school governance professionals, governors and senior leaders. Read more here:

And Governors and Trustees @educationgovuk

That’s brilliant @ClewEducation 👏

What are the deciding factors in choosing an IRP provider in education? #irp #independentreviewpanel #pex #exclusion

All events include a book signing with the authors and a chance to ask them questions. https://t.co/ZuzN7YBJY4

We hope you all enjoyed the Easter holidays! As we reflect on this important Christian holiday, here are some of the recreations of artwork that we made to place ourselves within the Easter story. Part 2 of this series will be shared with you all tomorrow. ✝️ #StJames #Veritas

Did you know we provide end-to-end support for school exclusions, along with independent review panels for governors and trustees. Ensuring fairness and accountability in our education system. #SchoolExclusions #Governance #independentreviewpanel 🏫

I've made pdf versions of the new DfE Governance Guides and looked at the changes from the old Governance Handbook. Changes include new advice on governor training, reading KCSIE, headteacher reports & more:

"You can change your world by changing your words." Joel Osteen #Bigquestions: What words should we use differently in #governance? @IGovS1 @HoyleRosemary @neilayates @melaniemay04 @5Naureen  @jmrodden @jmgordon @Aizenay95 @lisaellenjames @UKGovChat

@Headteacherchat @Gaiinz @HalilMrT4Real @CensoredHead @KyrstieStubbs @smithsmm @MrHtheteacher @AmyBills_Edu @PaulGarvey4 @Evelynforde1 @DeputyGrocott @dave_mcpartlin @CliveLawrence00 A listening culture, with stillness. Only then will the quieter find their voice, and be heard.

Welcome to #SaturdayEduChat. How do you create a positive school culture that promotes inclusivity, equity, & diversity? @HalilMrT4Real @CensoredHead @KyrstieStubbs @smithsmm @MrHtheteacher @AmyBills_Edu @PaulGarvey4 @Evelynforde1 @deputygrocott @dave_mcpartlin @CliveLawrence00