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ODBE provides a range of resources to support governing boards, foundation governors, clerks and school leaders in fulfilling their governance responsibilities.

This resource library brings together key documents, forms, guidance and supporting materials for Church school governance.  Resources will continue to be added and updated over time to reflect changes in national guidance, diocesan policy and emerging governance priorities.

Governance Policies and Guidance

This section contains diocesan policies, procedures and guidance documents relating to governance in Church schools.

ODBE Foundation Governor Appointment Policy

ODBE Foundation Governor Removal Policy

Application Forms

This section contains forms, templates and supporting documentation for governors, governing boards and foundation governor appointments.

ODBE Foundation Governor Application Form

Code of Conduct

Further Support

If you require advice or support relating to governance in Oxford Diocesan schools, please contact the ODBE Governance Team.