School governors are traditionally a somewhat neglected group in discussions about provision for gifted and talented pupils. Yet both in their roles of ‘critical friend’ and strategic directors, school governors have responsibility for directing their school’s approach to inclusion and access issues, including access to a broad and balanced curriculum for each child.

If you are a school governor, you may find it helpful to learn about the background and rationale of the current emphasis on able, gifted and talented learners by consulting the introduction to the Excellence in Cities National Development Programme. In addition, depending on your time and interest, you will find discussions of the key issues for professional educators in the units of professional development material and in the various Launchpad briefings.

Click here for a briefing on how school governors can help promote good provision for able, gifted and talented learners.