School governors

School governors share a commitment to supporting a school in becoming the best it can be. They:

• set a school's strategic direction
• hold school leaders to account for improving the pupils' education
• make sure money is well spent

We offer training, advice and guidance to governors in the borough. We also help recruit new volunteer governors for schools.

Becoming a governor

If you would like to get more involved in your child's school, or in any of our schools, being a governor might be a good way.

Governors:

• go to regular meetings
• visit the school
• debate policies and plans
• keep an eye on income and expenditure

Some come from professional backgrounds while other bring more general life experiences.

We provide a wide range of training for governors and governing bodies.

Advice and guidance

Governors can contact us for advice and guidance. The National Governors Association has a lot of useful information on training and other issues.

Schools can purchase governor packages and training through the Thurrock Traded Services for Schools website.