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Recent feedback about our service

Steve Warren, Academy Business Director at St Nicolas School, Bucks (December 23)

''We were unfortunate to have to need an Independent Review Panel for a recent permanent exclusion after the parent appealed. This led us to need professional outside assistance to arrange and run what would be our first ever IRP. Governance-Connected were professional from the outset, they reassured us that that they would deal with all aspects of the IRP up to and including the sourcing of panel members. They provided a clear SLA from the outset which was extremely cost effective when compared to other offerings. They managed the process effectively throughout taking all the stress away from the school. I would highly recommend Governance-Connected to any schools in the event they too need and IRP arranging quickly and correctly.'''

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Clare McAleer - Slough & East Berkshire Multi Academy Trust (December 23)

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Governance Connected have undertaken a couple of independent reviews for our Trust recently. With the increase in requests for these panels it has been imperative to find a quality provider to ensure a fair and legal process for families and school.

 

Governance Connected provides a comprehensive and complete service. From administration of the letters and documents, appointment of the independent panel members and arranging and clerking the hearing they take control of the whole process.  The panel members are experts in their fields and provide thorough challenge and review of the permanent exclusion hearing. The clerks supporting and coordinating the process are very professional and the quality of their work is to an excellent standard.  

 

As a governance manager it is imperative to know that these meetings are being undertaken professionally with fairness and transparency for all parties.  Governance Connected deliver a quality service with confidence.  

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‘The process of arranging an IRP can be a very difficult, and the need for professional and independent clerking in line with the guidance is critical.  Governance Connected were excellent, the service they provided was exactly that, professional, efficient and compliant. The communication was great, the pack that was provided was well organised and referenced, and the panel members were knowledgeable and effective in their roles. Should we need IRP clerking services again we will not be looking elsewhere.’

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Independent Review Panels

We can provide trained and experienced governance professionals to support  Independent Review Panels (IRPs), following a non-reinstatement outcome of a permanent exclusion hearing.  

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Our competitively priced service includes

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  • Compilation of  IRP packs in liaison with the school/trust/parent as appropriate 

  • Circulation of documentation to all parties 

  • Attendance at the IRP meeting, taking high quality minutes and providing panel advice as required 

  • Production of  outcome letter and formal minutes, circulating them without delay 

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In some areas of the country we are also able to help with providing panel members for these review meetings. 

Governance Connected
Registered Offfice: 22 Telegraph Hill, Higham, Rochester, Kent ME3 7NW
Company number: 11528328

support@governance-connected.co.uk

07305 929205

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