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Governance Timeline
AoC Governance Timeline.
Here, you will find an overview of all upcoming governance meetings for 2026-27. The programme will be updated regularly to ensure you have the latest information on meeting dates and times.
AoC Governance Meetings Programme 2026-27
*Please note that dates may be subject to change*
Audience: Chairs and Vice Chairs
Taking place the third Monday of every month, these Zoom sessions chaired by Shaid Mahmood (AoC Chair), offer a space to discuss current themes and challenges.
Audience: All governors and governance professionals
Chair: Michael Williams, Chair of Governors at Gateshead College (AoC National Chairs' Council North East representative)
AoC Lead: Julian Gravatt, Deputy Chief Executive (Policy, Curriculum and Funding)
A network for governors and governance professionals to gain valuable insights into finance and audit matters, share best practice, and stay informed about key developments in financial oversight, risk management, and governance within the education sector. It provides opportunities for learning, discussion, and strengthening effective financial governance.
Audience: All governors and governance professionals
Chair: Julie Dougill, Chair of Corporation at Plumpton College (AoC National Chairs' Council South East representative)
AoC Lead: Gemma Baker, Area Director (SE) & Senior Policy Lead (Ofsted Inspection)
A network for governors and governance professionals to receive updates on emerging curriculum and quality topics, including Ofsted, apprenticeships, qualifications, and sector developments, helping them stay informed and strengthen board oversight.
Audience: All governors and governance professionals
Chair: Dawn Green, Chair of Governors at Portland College (AoC National Chairs' Council SEND representative)
AoC Lead: David Holloway, Senior Policy Manager - SEND
A network for members to develop their understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), share experiences and best practice, and stay informed about key developments to support effective oversight of SEND provision and learner outcomes.
Audience: All governors and governance professionals
Chair: David Ford, Chair of Corporation at Bournemouth and Poole College (AoC National Chairs' Council South West representative)
AoC Lead: Nylah Ali, Senior EDI Officer
A network for governors and governance professionals to explore equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) issues, share best practice, and gain insights into creating inclusive environments that promote equity, belonging and positive outcomes for all learners and staff.
Chair: Chris Sikorski, Staff Governor at Riverside College
A network for staff governors to develop their understanding of governance, share perspectives from across the sector, and explore the unique role of staff governors in contributing to effective board decision-making. It provides opportunities for peer support, professional networking, and discussion of current governance issues.
A network for student governors to share best practice, connect with peers, and receive updates on key sector developments. It provides opportunities to discuss common challenges, exchange ideas, and enhance their effectiveness in the student governor role.