All schools have governing bodies, groups of volunteers who represent the wider community in the management of schools. The governing body of a school is responsible for making sure that the school provides a good quality education.
Governors are accountable to parents and the wider community for the performance of the school.
Together with the professional staff of the school they plan the school's future direction, make decisions on the school's budget, staffing and buildings, and ensure that the National Curriculum is taught. They can also be co-opted by the rest of the governing body to represent a community of business interests. As a parent you are most likely to become a governor by standing for election. You do not need any particular skills or expertise to be a governor. It is far more important to be able to give time, commitment and energy.