The Strategic Governance Framework and Development Rubric provides the diagnostic depth, drawing on research, global standards and extensive practical experience to establish a sound analytical foundation for evaluating and strengthening governance in schools.
Governance is reviewed through seven analytical lenses which comprise 62 standards each assessed along a continuum from developing to advanced practice.
| Governance Lens | Focus | What is Examined | No. of Standards |
| Structure | How board governance is structured | Board structure, role clarity, committees, policies and governance philosophy | 10 |
| Function | How the Board operates | Fiduciary, legal and ethical stewardship; risk and environmental awareness; meetings, committees and decision-making | 16 |
| Purpose, Direction and Strategy | How the Board guides the future | Guiding statements, strategic direction and short- to medium-term planning | 5 |
| Leadership and Practice | How the Board organises leadership | Head of School preparation and leadership; Board Chair leadership, communication and trust-building | 10 |
| Behaviour | How people and culture shape board governance | Board membership and culture, power dynamics, influence patterns, organisational culture and Board evaluation | 9 |
| Educational Oversight | How the Board assures educational outcomes | Oversight of educational, student and community outcomes | 9 |
| Accountability | How the Board measures success | Evaluation of school, Board and Head of School performance | 3 |
Whether a school is building strong foundations, strengthening an established governance structure, or refining mature practice, one of the two Governance Reviews provides an appropriate level of analysis.
For deeper exploration of particular areas, eight focused Governance Workshops provide practical insight and guidance to help Boards and Heads of School move forward with clarity and purpose.