SAVIOUR ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS GOVERNING BODIES
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Welcome to the SA SGB
The School Governing Body (SGB) is a statutory body of parents, educators, non-teaching staff and learners (from Grade 8 or higher) who seek to work together to promote the well-being and effectiveness of the school community and thereby enhance learning and teaching. Section 20 of the South African Schools Act 84 of 1996 as amended (SASA) determines various functions applicable to all SGBs. SGBs may also request “additional functions” as listed in section 21 of SASA from the Head of Department in each province.
Summary
This Website provides parents with information on School Governing Bodies: what they are, what their function is and who participates. It also outlines parents’ roles and responsibilities in the governance of the school.
Participants
- The school principal
- elected representatives (parents, educators, other staff members, and learners in grade 8 or above)
- optional co-opted members who do not have the right to vote (for example, members of the community, or the owner of the school property).
Functions
- Decide on an admissions policy for the school.
- Decide on the language policy of the school.
- Decide on what religious practices will be followed at the school.
- Adopt a code of conduct for learners which sets out disciplinary procedures.
Media
SABC News
Facebook Updates
Competitions
