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Governance
Governors and directors have a very important role in the success of our Trust. Both are critical to the effectiveness of the strategic leadership within our schools and in our Trust.
Following are a range of courses designed specifically for governors and directors. There are induction sessions for those new to their roles and opportunities for established board members to update their knowledge to further develop in their roles.
Governance Briefings
Previously the Hub Forum, our Governance Briefing is open to all Governors/Directors across the Trust.
This is a chance for Governors/Directors to link together to understand the Trust Strategy and how this relates to their schools.
Areas for discussion will include; School Improvement, Finance, Operations and Governance.
Contact: Kirsty Forbes
Target Audience: Governors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free
| Wed 16 Oct 2024 | Online | 18:00 - 19:15 | Book |
| Thu 13 Feb 2025 | Online | 18:00 - 19:15 | Book |
| Wed 18 Jun 2025 | Kenn Centre | 10:00 - 13:00 | Book |
Understanding Headteacher Report
An opportunity to clarify the purpose for each section on the Headteacher's report - how to interpret and question in support of your role.
Contact: Nikki Prentice
Target Audience: Governors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free
| 20 Nov 2024 | Online | 18:00 - 19:00 | Book |
Christian Distinctiveness and SIAMS
Contact: Nikki Prentice
Target Audience: Directors/Governors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free toTrust Staff and Maintained Schools, other Academies £50 per person
| 23 Oct 2024 | Online | 18:00 - 19:00 | Book |
| 02 Apr 2025 | Online | 18:00 - 19:00 | Book |
Diocese Governor/Director Induction
Governance training that is delivered by Devon Education Service (DES). This should be combined with St Christopher's induction training.
Contact: Kirsty Forbes
Target Audience: Governors/Directors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free
| Tue 01 Oct 2024 | Old Deanery | 09.30 - 14:45 |
| Sat 07 Dec 2024 | Old Deanery | 09.30 - 13:00 |
| Tue 24 Jun 2025 | Old Deanery | 09.30 - 14:45 |
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Diocese Governor/Director Online Induction Sessions
Diocese Governor/Director Online Induction Session 1 of 2
| Wed 20 Nov 2024 | Online | 16:30 - 18:00 |
| Wed 12 mar 2025 | Online | 16:30 - 18:00 |
Diocese Governor/Director Online Induction Session 2 of 2
| Wed 27 Nov 2024 | Online | 16:30 - 18:00 |
| Wed 19 Mar 2025 | Online | 16:30 - 18:00 |
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Diocese Governor Refresher
Contact:Kirsty Forbes
Target Audience: Governors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free
| 28 Jan 2025 | Online | 14:00 - 16:00 |
| 07 May 2025 | Online | 16:30 - 18:30 |
Diocese Governance Forum
Contact:Kirsty Forbes
Target Audience: Governors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free
| 22 Oct 2024 | Online | 16:00 - 17:00 |
| 03 Jun 2025 | Online | 16:00 - 17:00 |
Diocese Clerks Forum
Contact: Kirsty Forbes
Target Audience: Governor Clerks
Career Pathway: 2
Cost: Free
| 04 Dec 2024 | Old Deanery | 10:00 - 13:00 |
| 12 Feb 2025 | Online | 16:00 - 17:00 |
| 20 May 2025 | Online | 10:00 - 11:00 |
Diocese Academy Trust Members Training
Contact: Kirsty Forbes
Target Audience: Governors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free
| 10 Dec 2024 | Online | 16:00 - 17:30 |
Diocese Academy Trust Director Training
Contact: Kirsty Forbes
Target Audience: Directors
Career Pathway: 7
Cost: Free
| 10 June 2025 | Online | 16:30 - 18:00 | Book |