We offer dynamic training for Governors through online sessions.
Our blended learning model combines a webinar with pre-prepared resources, engaging activities, delegate discussions and the chance to ask questions. We continually update our training to meet Governors’ evolving needs.
Gain unlimited access to over 12 governor training courses for your entire governing body all year round.
Here’s the deal: booking a single course costs £90+VAT per delegate. But with our annual SLA, from just $515+VAT, you can enrol 14 people in unlimited courses throughout the year. By signing up 6 delegates, you’ve already matched the cost—everything beyond that is essentially free, offering incredible savings and comprehensive training.
Our team goes beyond mere minute-taking; they are recognized as Governance Professionals, offering expert support and guidance to schools.
Each member becomes an integral part of your school, aiding in the achievement of your goals. We invest in their continuous development to ensure they deliver efficient administrative support and impartial advice.
Use our Clerking Service for anything from full governing board meetings, committee meetings, complaints panels, admissions hearings, exclusion hearings, head teacher appointments and disciplinary hearings for both maintained and academy schools.
Support for Independent Clerks
Edsential offer a support package for school-employed, independent clerks. This is available to all schools not purchasing Edsential clerking.
This package supports Clerks in their role and provides advice on governance matters as required.
Our Governors Service offers clerking and correspondence for specialised meetings for handling complaints, pupil Exclusions, staff grievance, disciplinary issues, and admission appeals. These sessions support governors in making informed decisions and maintaining high standards in school management.
We provide support to Governing Bodies for Headship and Deputy Headship appointments.
Edsential offers GovernorHub, a secure online portal that simplifies school governance and ensures compliance.
Used by over 8,000 schools, the portal helps governing boards manage documents, meeting schedules, and communication in one secure place.
As a preferred supplier, we provide it at a significantly reduced rate compared to direct purchase.
by using Governor Hub instead of email you don't have to worry about security or personal data leaks. It’s user-friendly, links to your email, and can be accessed via browser or app, even offline.
Keep up to date with local governance news. Included in the package, is tailored resources and expert-written articles for all governance levels.
Provide robust evidence and documents quickly, track meetings and identify certificates and training gaps.
Interim Executive Boards Support
We have extensive experience in offering support and advice for setting up Interim Executive Boards (IEBs) and providing clerking services for them afterward. An IEB is a temporary governing body appointed to take over the governance of a school in certain situations, usually to address significant weaknesses. Clerking involves administrative support and ensuring that the board’s meetings and decisions are conducted according to legal and procedural requirements. Through our wider networks we are able to commission or recommend National Leaders of Governance (NLGs) to support schools in Governance Reviews or investigation work.
Instrument of Government Annual Review
Section 20 of the Education Act 2002 requires all maintained schools to have an instrument of government which determines the constitution of the governing body and other matters relating to the school. Every governor should have had sight of it, if not a copy of the document.
It is good practice to review your instrument of government annually. Any changes to the instrument have to be:
Your clerk will able to support you with this process.
Become a Governor in Cheshire West and Chester
This statutory guidance highlights the importance of appointing governors with the necessary skills and experience. Local authorities should understand the governing body’s needs and nominate suitable candidates, but it’s ultimately the governing body’s responsibility to ensure nominees meet their criteria. This is why it’s crucial to apply if you have the skills and experience needed for effective school governance.
Once completed it can be submitted to schoolgovernance@edsential.co.uk where it will be considered by the Local Authority panel.
Governors Safer Recruitment Training
28/11/2024
Effective Headteacher Performance Management
27/02/2025
Online Training for Chairs of Governors
13/03/2025
New Governors’ Induction Training
10/07/2025
Our Governor Training SLA provides unlimited access to all training sessions for all Governors at your school.
