Our termly training programme is offered both virtually and in a variety of locations across Devon and is available for all settings. Boards subscribing to our service can access many courses free of charge.
Contact the team for further information on 01392 287314 or by email: schoolgovernance@devon.gov.uk
Details of all our governance training and how to book can be found at our Devon Education Services shop.
Training opportunities for the summer term 2025
Effective governance
Introduction to governance for governors in maintained schools and federations (A)
Wednesday 7 May Live interactive webinar 17.30-19.30
Thursday 26 June Exeter Venue 09.30-13.00
Introduction to school governance in an academy trust (academy trustees/directors) (A)
Tuesday 13 May Live interactive webinar 17.00-19.00
Introduction to school governance in an academy trust (local or hub board members) (A)
Wednesday 18 June Live interactive webinar 17.30-19.30
Introduction to school governance in an academy trust (all levels of governance) (A)
Thursday 1 May Exeter Venue 09.30-13.00
Leadership of the governing board (A)
Tuesday 20 May Live interactive webinar 10.00-12.00
Developing your governing skills – the next step (A)
Thursday 12 June Live interactive webinar 10.00-12.00
Effective clerking
Introduction for new clerks (A)
Wednesday 30 April Live interactive webinar 10.30-12.30
Wednesday 2 July Exeter Venue 10.00-13.00
Effective minute taking (B)
Wednesday 18 June Live interactive webinar 10.30-12.30
Appeal panels for complaints and exclusions – the role of the clerk (A)
Wednesday 25 June Live interactive webinar 10.30-12.00
Clerking in action- skills audit and succession planning (NEW) (A)
Wednesday 21 May Live interactive webinar 10.30-11.30
Clerking for a local governing body within a MAT (A)
Tuesday 3 June Live interactive webinar 10.00-11.30
Clerks’ briefings (for maintained and academy schools) (A)
Tuesday 6 May Live interactive webinar 14.00-15.30
Wednesday 7 May Exeter Venue 10.00-12.00
Thursday 8 May Live interactive webinar 17.00-18.30
Key responsibilities
The governance of safeguarding (A)
Tuesday 29 April Live interactive webinar 10.00-11.30
Responsibilities of the safeguarding lead (B)
Thursday 19 June Live interactive webinar 13.30-15.00
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) – for governors (B)
Wednesday 4 June Live interactive webinar 14.00-15.30
Understanding the primary curriculum (B)
Wednesday 4 June Live interactive webinar 10.00-11.30
Headteacher appraisal – the role of governors and trustees (B)
Thursday 15 May Live interactive webinar 17.30-19.00
Pupil exclusions procedures (A)
Wednesday 25 June Live interactive webinar 13.00-14.30
Complaints – prevention and managing (A)
Tuesday 8 July Live interactive webinar 10.00-11.30
Ofsted – what the board should expect and how to prepare (A)
Wednesday 11 June Live interactive webinar 17.30-18.30
Lunchtime – bite size sessions
Attendance and behaviour (A)
Tuesday 29 April Live interactive webinar 12.30-13.15
Supporting school leaders health and wellbeing (A)
Thursday 8 May Live interactive webinar 12.30-13.15
Introduction to governing finance in maintained schools (A)
Tuesday 13 May Live interactive webinar 12.30-13.15
Securing great outcomes for your disadvantaged (under-served) children (A)
Tuesday 1 July Live interactive webinar 12.30-13.15
Visiting your school (A)
Tuesday 24 June Live interactive webinar 12.30-13.15
Parent engagement – a governance perspective (A)
Wednesday 9 July Live interactive webinar 12.30-13.15
Recruiting board members (A)
Wednesday 4 June Live interactive webinar 12.30-13.15
‘A’ sessions are at 100% discount for subscribing schools. ‘B’ sessions are at a 65% discount for standard subscribers and 100% discount for premium subscribers. Non-subscribing schools are very welcome to attend any sessions of their choice, prices can be seen on our online shop.
How to apply
All course bookings should be made online via the Devon Education Services Shop:
Training, conferences and professional development | DES (devoneducationservices.co.uk)
If you have not booked using this system before, you will need to register as a ‘New User’. Alternatively, ask your clerk to governors to make the booking on your behalf.
If you have any queries regarding session content please contact the Governance Consultancy Team at schoolgovernance@devon.gov.uk or 01392 287314.
If you require help using the online booking system please contact educate.educationtraining-mailbox@devon.gov.uk or 01392 287224.