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Our 2026 annual governors’ conference will be held on the morning of Friday 16 October 2026 at Cranage Hall, Holmes Chapel.
The School Governance & Liaison Service has recently received a financial donation from the former Cheshire East Association of Governing Boards (CEAGB) towards the cost of future school governor events.
Therefore, this autumn we will be offering at least one free governor/trustee place per school/academy at our conference.
We would like to sincerely thank the CEAGB for this generous contribution, which we pledge to use in supporting the continuous professional development of school governors within Cheshire East.
Further details of the conference will follow in due course.

Appleton Suite – Cranage Hall

Invitation to Designated Teacher Training – 9 September 2026
Key Speaker: Jaz Ampaw-Farr
Jaz’s life is an extraordinary chronicle of defying the limits of what is possible. From foster care and life on the streets to an international government advisor, Jaz holds two honorary doctorates for her significant contribution to education and public life.
Following the regrettably cancelled training on 30 April, the session has been moved to the new academic year and will now take place on Wednesday 9 September 2026 (due to our key speaker’s schedule).
All other details remain unchanged: Hybrid Lounge, Crewe Alex Stadium, 09:00–16:00.
As per statutory guidance, it is essential that all Designated Teachers attend regular training which includes those DTs within schools who don’t currently have a cohort of cared for children. This will be a great opportunity to network with colleagues from across Cheshire East, hear more about how the new Ofsted framework applies to your role, and develop your practice as a Designated Teacher.
As you know, this was due to be our biggest event in many years and having Jaz Ampaw-Farr join us is a real boon to our service and the support we can offer you in working with your cared-for and previously cared-for children. We are very hopeful that as many of you as possible will be able to join us.
To reserve your place, and to receive a copy of Jaz’s new book (funded by the Virtual School), please RSVP to vstraining@cheshireeast.gov.uk.