External board evaluations
A comprehensive, independent evaluation, grounded in good governance practice, that assesses how your board is operating, its future readiness and where change is needed.
Supporting your board to plan for the future
We help boards step back and assess how they are working, providing an independent view of effectiveness, governance and future readiness.
This is a full external evaluation, tailored to your board’s situation, offering deeper insight into board composition, structures, relationships, practice and culture.
You might be looking for this support if you are:
- wanting an independent view of board effectiveness
- preparing for significant change or organisational growth
- reviewing the relationship between board and executive leadership
- considering board composition, diversity or succession
- responding to significant organisation or governance challenges
- looking to align with the Charity Governance Code
What we do
We carry out an in-depth review of how your board is structured and how it operates in practice.
Our approach builds a rounded understanding of governance, looking at composition, decision-making, behaviours and relationships across the board and executive team.
We can support you with:
- reviewing governance documents, structures and delegated authority
- gathering insight through conversations with trustees and senior staff
- observing board meetings, discussion and decision-making
- assessing skills, diversity, experience and succession planning
- exploring board culture, inclusion and relationships across the organisation
What you’ll receive
You’ll receive a detailed, practical evaluation to help guide your board’s next stage of development, including:
- an independent view of board effectiveness and governance
- insight into strengths, tensions and development areas
- a clearer understanding of board composition and future needs
- recommendations aligned to the Charity Governance Code
- a practical plan to support future board development
How we work
Our approach combines document review, interviews, observation and survey insight to build a detailed picture of how the board is functioning.
Findings are brought together into a detailed report, followed by a facilitated board session to reflect on the themes, agree priorities and shape a clear action plan.
You might be looking for this support if you are
- wanting an independent view of board effectiveness
- preparing for significant change or organisational growth
- reviewing the relationship between board and executive leadership
- considering board composition, diversity or succession
- responding to significant organisation or governance challenges
- looking to align with the Charity Governance Code
Let's work together
If you’re looking for an independent and in-depth review of your board, we’d be happy to talk through what might help.