We are thrilled to announce the official launch event for Advising on Governance in Education, the third instalment of The Education Adviser series, published by the Association of Education Advisers (AoEA).
Building on the success of our previous publications, this book brings together a wide range of expertise and perspectives to explore why governance is essential in education, what effective governance looks like, and how it can be applied in practice.
Event Details
đź“… Date: Tuesday, 6 May 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (GMT)
đź“Ť Location: Online via Zoom
đź”— RSVP via AoEA HUB
What to Expect
- Keynote Presentation from Dr Tony Birch and Ian Lane, members of the AoEA Editorial Team, offering insights into the creation and key themes of the book.
- Panel Discussion with expert contributors, discussing current challenges and best practices in governance.
- Live Q&A Session where attendees can engage directly with the authors and panel members.
This launch event is an opportunity to delve into some of the most pressing issues in educational governance and reflect on how high-quality advice and support can make a meaningful difference to schools, trusts, and educational communities.
Who Should Attend?
- Education advisers working directly with governance boards
- School and trust leaders
- Governance professionals and clerks
- Policy makers, consultants, and educational stakeholders
Whether you are an experienced adviser or new to governance, this event will offer valuable insights and practical takeaways to enhance your work.
About the Book
Advising on Governance in Education is an essential guide for anyone involved in governance within the education system. Divided into three key sections—Why governance is needed, What governance is needed, and How governance is applied—this book presents a comprehensive look at effective governance, enriched by case studies and expert analysis.
Publication Date: 17 February 2025
Extent: 196 pages
ISBN: 9781916925434
Order the Book Here.
Thank You to Our Contributors
We are proud to feature insights from an outstanding group of experts, including:
Emma Balchin (National Governance Association)
Ian Kershaw FRSA (Education Consultant)
Ian Potter (Senior Associate, AoEA)
Emma Knights, OBE (Former CEO, NGA)
Jonathan Crossley-Holland (Local Ed 2025)
Les Walton, CBE (Chair, AoEA)
Regina H Paul (Policy Studies in Education, USA)
Martyn Beales (Hampshire County Council)
Fiona Collier (Devon Education Services)
Dr Susan Mandala (Independent Consultant)
Alister Moses (Hampshire County Council)
Jo Pryce-Jones (Hampshire County Council)
Ed Dawson (Hampshire County Council)
Eric Halton (Non-Executive Director, AoEA)
Frances Donnelley (Education Authority Northern Ireland)
Join Us!
Don’t miss this chance to engage with leaders and experts in the field of education governance. Reserve your place today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of governance in education.
👉 RSVP Here.
👉 Order the Book Here.
We look forward to welcoming you!
