Who are our school governors?
School governors speak to us about why they volunteer
Melissa Cummings-Quarry
‘Knowing that I'm making a difference really does mean a lot.”
Esme Smith
“You’re helping to steer the school”
Christianah Omobosola Babajide
“You make your own mark and make a difference”
Vicky Cunningham
‘It brings the school alive. That's basically why we do it.’
Aleister Wallace
“Seeing the pupils’ progress just makes it all come to life”
Interested in being a school governor?
Feeling inspired by our governor stories and wondering what the next steps are?
That's where Governors for Schools comes in, they're a national charity that finds, places, and supports volunteers as governors on school and academy boards.
Apply online and they’ll match your skills to a local school or academy trust in need. Their skills-based matching service means your unique background and experience will be put to good use - in a school that needs you most.
Hannah Stolton, CEO, Governors for Schools
"Schools across England and Wales have vacancies on their school boards that need governors – we’ve thousands registered with us right now. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community, becoming a school governor will enable you to give back, using your skills and gaining new ones.
You don’t need to be a parent, or a teacher - a diverse board is a better board, and different perspectives are needed to help face today’s contemporary challenges. We’ll support you through your application process and match you with a school that will value your time. Becoming a governor is a rewarding experience, and we hope you’ll take the first step on this journey by registering with us today."
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