Subscriptions
Why not sign up now to access a range of resources that will:
- help to increase the effectiveness of governing bodies
- keep you up to date and compliant
- save you time and money
About us
Governors Cymru Services Ltd (
GCS) is a national support service, providing a range of support to inspire and promote effective governance, guidance, insight and answers to questions on school governance, and includes access to a wealth of information on the roles and responsibilities of school governors.
Support Line
Access to our confidential support line, which provides independent advice, support and guidance on school governance. The support line is an approachable, friendly, professional service and is available
9.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday and 5.00pm – 7.00pm Monday to Thursday during term time. However complex or straightforward your query may be – we are here to help you fulfil your role effectively and efficiently. Some aspects of legal advice may be subject to an additional charge.
Support Line and email: 01443 844532 / [email protected]
E-bulletins
Our regular e-bulletins will keep you up to date with important education news such as policy updates, new relevant consultations and guidance. As well as the e-bulletins, you will receive information on any urgent relevant matters as they happen.
Advice and guidance
Exclusive access to an advice and guidance section on
the website which features downloadable, practical resources, includes:
- Handbook for school governors in Wales
- Governing body self-evaluation
- Governor guides
- Resources
- FAQs / advice
- Case studies
- Clerks area
Free place/s at briefing sessions
tbc – details to be issued during the year.
Additional services
Costs for other additional services will be based on the nature of the support / service provided plus any travel and subsistence expenses as appropriate.
- Bespoke support for governing bodies;
- Governor recruitment;
- A variety of training courses (further details available on request).
- Awards for governing bodies and clerks – Building on the success of the Clerks Award that was offered by Governors Wales, we will be offering awards for governing bodies and clerks.
Here’s a taster of some of our key publications. Click here for the full list of resources on offer. We also have a bank of FAQs and case studies. As you can see we offer an extensive range of material to assist you with your governor role.
GCS gives peace of mind that governing bodies and education professionals
have access to the information they need to perform their roles effectively,
stay up to date with the latest developments
and increase their confidence in their role –
no question is too big or small!
