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This section is designed to help support boards of trustees with their roles as guardians and leaders.
Page providing an overview of the role of a board of trustees as Crown entities.
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Publications and resources commissioned by the Ministry of Education to support school trustees in their important role.
This section describes the range of schooling structures and governance options that are legally possible for boards.
This section provides some information to support anyone interested in becoming a school trustee.
For support and advice when faced with a crisis or traumatic incident at your school, contact the Ministry's Traumatic Incident Team - 0800 848 326
Information about cost-effective and extensive insurance coverage for your school is available through the Liability Programme or by calling 0800 293 031
Content last updated: 25 February 2013