Governor training calendar

Governor Support Service is offering the following governor training.

It is good practice that all governors, however, experienced, attend training to improve their knowledge and effectiveness in their governor role and to keep abreast of developments that may affect their school.

To book a place or register your interest in a course, click on the course title and complete the booking form.

The cost of training is included in the Governor Support Service training SLA or 'pay as you go' - please email gbsupport@oldham.gov.uk  for more information. 

Date Course and booking information Time Venue*
Wednesday 23 April 2025 Transition of Pupils (EYFS to Reception and Year 6 - Year 7) for School Governors

6.30-7:30pm

via  Microsoft Teams

Tuesday 10 June 2025 Hate and How to Effectively Challenge 6 - 8pm via Microsoft Teams 
Thursday 12 June 2025 Hate and How to Effectively Challenge 1 - 3pm via Microsoft Teams 
Wednesday 18 June 2025 Health and Safety Responsibilities of a School Governor 18/6 6 – 8pm Civic Centre, Lees Suite, Oldham, OL1 1NL (free parking available)

 Tuesday 24 June 2025 

Promoting the Education of Children Looked After and Children with a Social Worker  6-7.30pm via Microsoft Teams 
Tuesday 7 October 2025  Using Data to Support and Challenge Performance for School Governors 2-3pm or 6-8pm via Microsoft Teams 
Tuesday 14 October 2025 Hate and How to Effectively Challenge 6 - 8pm via Microsoft Teams 
Thursday 16 October 2025 Hate and How to Effectively Challenge 10am - 12pm via Microsoft Teams 
Wednesday 19 November 2025 Looking at EYFS Data for Schools Governors 1.30-2.30pm or 6-7pm via Microsoft Teams 
Tuesday 3 February 2026 Hate and How to Effectively Challenge  6 - 8pm via Microsoft Teams 
Thursday 12 February 2026 Hate and How to Effectively Challenge  1-3pm via Microsoft Teams 

* All venues above offer access to free WiFi - if you need assistance please ask a member of school/centre staff.

GovernorHub Tours

Governors can access a tour of the digital platform GovernorHub by booking one of the sessions through the GovernorHub training link.  These sessions are for new governors and governors who would like a refresher.

Online training

You can access the following courses anytime: