Principles of Good Governance
Practical guidance to help Boards working in varied legal and organisational frameworks, in the UK or internationally
AGBIS International
Based on over 80 years' expertise in British independent schools, AGBIS is the 'go to' professional body for all matters concerning independent school governance. Having supported schools with many different shapes of governance, through reviews, strategic planning, training, conflict resolution and on-going support as part of a community of schools, AGBIS International offers schools across the globe the benefit of that professional knowledge, experience and confidence.
"AGBIS, the sign of good governance."
What are the benefits of AGBIS International Membership?
Below lists the types of support you can access when joining AGBIS International membership. If you have any questions, please email Alex Mitchell, Head of AGBIS International and Consultancy, at [email protected]
- A telephone and email advice helpline: Clerks, Heads or Chairs/Governors of member schools can get a timely and authoritative response from AGBIS to questions of governance
- Access to our ‘Member Resources’ page, allowing access to important documents and helpful resources, including job descriptions, model contracts and advice to help with your role
- Online webinars, along with the recording and resources (Many webinars are included in your membership, others for a fee)
- Termly online ‘Coffee and Catch-up’ sessions: networking and advice for Chairs; Clerks; and Governors
- Regular AGBIS Briefing webinars
- In-person seminars (for a fee)
- Conferences (for a fee)
- Podcasts
- Frequent communications to keep members informed about important topical issues: a regular newsletter, the e-alert service and upcoming eventsReviews of Governance (for a fee)
- Strategy Facilitation Days (for a fee)
- Confidential 1:1 support
- Bespoke On-Site Training (for a fee)
- e-Learning Courses
- Regular training for new governors
- Sub-Committee Excellence Training (e.g. What makes an excellent education/finance/governance committee?) (for a fee)
- Safeguarding Guidance for governors
- Support for BSO inspection preparation
- Mentoring for Chairs and Committee Chairs
- Training and Mentoring for Clerks and Secretaries to the Board
Bespoke Training
An easy and cost effective way to meet all your governors' training requirements via highly experienced AGBIS trainers
International Membership
Please contact Alex Mitchell, our Head of AGBIS International and Consultancy, at [email protected] to discuss more about starting your membership with us.
Joining AGBIS International Membership
Annual AGBIS International membership (based on 200 - 1500 pupils) will cost between £250 - £1500. Please get in touch with Alex Mitchell, our Head of AGBIS International and Consultancy, at [email protected] to discuss more about starting your membership with us.