Governing boards provide vital leadership to schools. They ensure that schools are well-run by management and that sustainable outcomes are delivered. They act as stewards to ensure a school supports the most promising opportunities for its students. The focus of a school’s governing board is to establish the strategy for the Principal and school management so as to provide the best education possible for every student at the school.

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The Board consists of governors who act in a voluntary capacity. Members of the Board come from all walks of life, bringing their considerable experience to the school.

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Responsibilities of the Board

According to KHDA, governing boards of private schools have four core functions:

1. Setting strategic direction within the context of a clearly-stated vision and ethos;

2. Holding the senior leadership team accountable for the achievement of strategy and running of the school;

3. Overseeing the overall educational performance of the school and suggesting ways for improvement;

4. Overseeing the financial performance of the school – this includes setting fees, budget oversight, and achieving financial targets.