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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
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
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
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
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.
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.