What is a Governing Body?

A governing body of a public school is legislated as such by Section 16 of the South African Schools Act No. 84 of 1996 (as amended) ("SASA"). The governance of a public school is vested in its governing body.

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The School Governing Body (SGB) is a statutory body of parents, educators and non-teaching staff who seek to work together to promote the well-being and effectiveness of the school community and thereby enhance learning and teaching.

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How does a Governing Body get elected?

Full details can be found here:

http://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Publications/Guidelines%20Relating%20to%20Electing%20SGB%20draft%202.pdf?ver=2014-12-19-084124-000

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