The DfES have developed a series of tools to help governors think creatively to build a sustainable future for their schools. Firstly, a booklet: 'Strategic, challenging and accountable: A governor’s guide to Sustainable Schools' sets out the principles for school leaders in creating the right backdrop for sustainable schools. This publication can be ordered from the Online Publications site (reference: DFES-00445-2007).

In addition, there is a presentation with notes designed for governors to use as a starting point in their meetings (taking about 30 minutes) and a 2 hours workshop with notes and handouts designed for experienced facilitators to use with governors and school leaders. Follow the link below to download this supporting material.

Email sustainable.schools@dfes.gsi.gov.uk if you have any questions or would like to comment on this work.