12 episodes

The AGBIS Independent School Governor podcast series is the ultimate guide to governance in independent schools, whether you are already a governor or thinking about becoming one. Each episode features Richard Harman and Cheryl Connelly (both AGBIS) in conversation with Carolyn Reed (Reed Brand Communication). They share open, honest and transparent insights into what makes best practice independent school governance.

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The AGBIS Independent School Governor podcast series is the ultimate guide to governance in independent schools, whether you are already a governor or thinking about becoming one. Each episode features Richard Harman and Cheryl Connelly (both AGBIS) in conversation with Carolyn Reed (Reed Brand Communication). They share open, honest and transparent insights into what makes best practice independent school governance.

    AI: Demystifying Artificial Intelligence

    AI: Demystifying Artificial Intelligence

    Tom Rogerson, Headmaster of Cottesmore Preparatory School has a vision. Used effectively, AI has the potential to reduce the time we spend at screens, enabling us to interact more face to face. This can only be a good thing for governors, teachers and pupils. In this podcast he provides us with his comprehensive and insightful views on the developing use of Artificial Intelligence in schools.
    Additional information on the topic can be found here:
    Cottesmore’s AI developer: https://www.interactive-tutor.com/?via=freedomtfr
     ABI, Cottesmore’s open source strategic leadership bot: https://www.cottesmoreschool.com/News/ABi/
    To find out more about governance in independent schools: https://www.agbis.org.uk/

    • 58 min
    Enterprise: Improving the return on your school's assets

    Enterprise: Improving the return on your school's assets

    Enterprise is now an important co-commercial activity for schools and it can provide some much needed revenue in addition to fees. 
    Dorothy McLaren, CEO of the Schools’ Enterprise Association takes us through best practice Enterprise - describing the typical asset classes in schools and how aligning the use of these with the school’s overall strategy can bring numerous profitable and sustainable benefits. 
    To find out more about governance in independent schools: https://www.agbis.org.uk/

    • 53 min
    Plan for the worst and hope for the best with David Woodgate:1

    Plan for the worst and hope for the best with David Woodgate:1

    David Woodgate, Chief Executive of ISBA and Cheryl Connelly from AGBIS  look at imminent sector threats from political change and how to respond to them 
    To find out more about governance in independent schools: https://www.agbis.org.uk/

    • 51 min
    Plan for the worst and hope for the best with David Woodgate:2

    Plan for the worst and hope for the best with David Woodgate:2

    Building on Episode 1, David and Cheryl  talk through in more detail the impending challenges for independent schools and have some useful action points for Governors to put into place as soon as possible. 
    To find out more about governance in independent schools: https://www.agbis.org.uk/

    • 51 min
    What makes a good clerk to the Governors?

    What makes a good clerk to the Governors?

    The role of Clerk is fundamental to the smooth running of the Governing body. Richard, Cheryl and Carolyn discuss the attributes that the best Clerks possess. 
    To find out more about governance in independent schools: https://www.agbis.org.uk/

    • 45 min
    Being the Chair of Governors

    Being the Chair of Governors

    This is the episode for anyone thinking of taking on the role of Chair of Governors and we talk about the responsibilities, relationships with the Head and Bursar and how to work as a team with your governing body. Plus of course, the joys of the role! 
    To find out more about governance in independent schools: https://www.agbis.org.uk/

    • 37 min

Customer Reviews

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3 Ratings

3 Ratings

Cmjharding ,

Superb content from the best in the business

This podcast is absolutely essential listening for governors and has been a hugely beneficial extension to the bible of independent school governing - the AGBIS handbook. Highly recommended. Superb content delivered in the clear and practical manner that AGBIS is known for.

DawnT21 ,

A welcome new service from AGBIS

I look forward to future episodes!

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