Developing Headship

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 2: Work of the Education Committee

Recording of the webinar that was originally held on Monday 25 November 2024.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 3: Strategic Development Planning

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Strategic Development Planning.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 4: What Makes a Good Board?

Recording of the webinar originally held on Monday 13 January 2025 This webinar is for governors of schools in HMC and/or AGBIS membership.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 5: What Makes a Good Finance and General Purposes Committee?

The recording of the webinar originally held on 10 February 2025. This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme Webinar 6 : Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The recording of the webinar originally held on 10 March 2025. This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

AGBIS/HMC/ISBA Heads, Governors and Bursars’ Conference - Wednesday 12 November 2025 (BMA House, London)

AI in Education Conference -Wednesday 15 October 2025 (London Venue, TBC)

This Conference will explore the practicalities and possibilities of AI within schools and the wider education context. This Conference is for senior leaders in HMC schools.

Employment Law Masterclass - Wednesday 19 November 2025 (Online)

This course is for: Experienced Heads and Senior Leaders who already have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of employment law and are looking to deepen their knowledge of more complex, real-world staffing challenges. It’s ideal for those in leadership roles who are responsible for managing staff and employment-related decisions — and who want to stay informed, confident, and proactive in navigating nuanced legal issues in schools.

Exploring Cross-Sector Partnerships - Thursday 5 February 2026 (HMC, 12 The Point, Market Harborough)

This course is for: Independent schools who are looking to initiate or expand collaborations with state schools. Those with responsibility for partnerships: Heads of Partnerships/Outreach/ Community Engagement, Heads, Deputies, Development Directors and External Relations Directors.

Good Governance Programme: Module 3b: Strategic Development Planning - Topical Considerations - Monday 2 March 2026 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Good Governance Programme: Module 1: Governance structures and processes - Monday 24 November 2025 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Good Governance Programme: Module 2: Roles, responsibilities and relationships - Monday 12 January 2026 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

HMC/IDPE School Partnerships and Bursaries Conference - Wednesday 28 January 2026 (BMA House, London)

This conference is for heads, bursars, governors, directors of development and directors of partnerships or community engagement, from both schools with established bursary and partnership programmes, and those just starting out.

Managing Challenging Conversations - Wednesday 12 November 2025 (London Venue, TBC)

This course aims to: Build confidence and skills to help people to have honest, constructive conversations that support positive outcomes

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme Webinar 7: What Does a Commitment to Delivering Public Benefit Look Like? - Monday 12 May 2025

The recording of the webinar originally held on 12 May 2025. This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 1: An Overview Of Good Governance

The recording of the webinar originally held on Tuesday 8 October 2024 This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Wellbeing Conference for Heads and Senior Leaders - Thursday 26 February 2026 (Broadway House, London)

Heads and Senior Leaders

Women in Leadership Conference - Tuesday 17 March 2026 (Venue TBC)

This course will: explore themes and issues relating specifically to women who are current and aspiring middle and senior leaders in schools

AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: What Makes a Good Relationship Between the Governors and Head? - Monday 2 June 2025 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Understanding School Finances - Thursday 12 June 2025 (Online)

This course is for: Heads and members of Senior Leadership Teams in HMC and other independent schools.