Below is a selection of links to websites you may find useful to access in your role as a governor.
OFSTED
http://www.ofsted.gov.uk
Access up-to-date information with regard to OFSTED and inspections.
Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF)
http://www.dfes.gov.uk
You can read information specifically about the Department including departmental reports and strategy. You will also find information about the Ministerial team, a Who's Who chart and details about how to contact them.
Governornet
http://www.governornet.co.uk
DFES website for governors, clerks and governor co-ordinators. The government's definitive guide to the national curriculum.
Teachernet
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk
Catholic Education Service
http://www.ces.eteach.com
This site promotes catholic education in England and Wales
Church of England
http://www.cofe.anglican.org
The Church of England Education Division's Mission is to promote Education and Learning
TES Governors Information Network Briefing
http://www.tes.co.uk/TES+Jobs/Your+Staff/Governors/
TES Governors Information Network provides a free service to keep all school governors up to date with everything you need to know.
National Curriculum Online (QCA)
http://www.nc.uk.net
The Government's definitive guide to the national curriculum