Board Self-Evaluation
Evaluate your governing board's effectiveness using the DfE's recommended framework. Individual governor responses are aggregated to reveal strengths, gaps, and priority areas for improvement.
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Built for clerks, chairs, and governance professionals managing school governing boards.
Regulatory context
The DfE Governance Handbook recommends annual board self-evaluation. Ofsted considers the effectiveness of governance and whether boards evaluate their own performance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the DfE 20 questions for governing boards?
The DfE published "A Competency Framework for Governance" with 20 self-evaluation questions covering strategic leadership, accountability, people, structures, compliance, and evaluation.
How often should a governing board self-evaluate?
The DfE recommends annual self-evaluation. Some boards conduct a lighter review each term and a full evaluation annually. External reviews of governance are recommended every three years.
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