What do School Governors do?
Being a school governor means being committed to giving time and energy to the role. Each governor has an obligation to contribute to the work of the governing body and to share the load. Governors are expected to take part in regular meetings and to read-up on and find out about the issues being discussed.
In practice, this means going to one or two full governing body meetings each term, together with one or two committee meetings. Most governing bodies hold their meetings on a weekday evening at the school. Governors' understanding and appreciation of the working of the school also benefit from the occasional visit, perhaps once a term, during the school day.
You do not need previous experience of education to be an effective governor. Common sense and the ability to listen and make reasoned decisions together with a commitment to give a few hours of your time each month are the vital ingredients.
Many governors say that their experiences as a governor contribute to their own personal development and sense of achievement and also help them to develop valuable skills.