Face to Face briefing from the Education Officers at the Local Authority

Not be missed...hear directly from Sal Thirlway and team on the matters that count as we settle into the new academic year.
About this Event

We are delighted that Sal Thirlway, Director of Education & Inclusion - Cheshire West and Chester Council, has invited members of Cheshire West Governance Association to a face to face session on Monday 5th October 2026 at Woodlands Primary School, Eddisbury Road, Whitby, Ellesmere Port, CH66 2JT from 6pm.

Education Officers will deliver updates and information on a selection of topics (see below). Trustees, governors and governance professionals are welcome, regardless of length of time in role. Headteachers and SLT can book too.

• SEND reform
• Establishment of the EEIIS (Early Engagement, Intervention and Inclusion Service
• Development of Experts at Hand offer
• Attendance
• Ofsted Inspection (process and outcomes locally)
• Falling pupil numbers on roll
• Governor responsibilities relating to a deficit budget

The event will start with our short AGM followed by focused updates from the Education and Inclusion team. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear first hand information!

The event is suitable for maintained or academy settings.

This event is free for settings that have subscribed to CWGA for 2026-27*.

*if you are unsure if your setting is a subscribed member, then get in touch to check [email protected]