Membership

Family of Schools Membership – Services Included

Telephone support from the DBE team on church school matters

Family of Schools visit from a DBE representative to your school

Additional support for schools in difficulties

Collective Worship support

Access to RE curriculum support

Members’ discount for DBE training and conferences

Free access to SEND, Disadvantage and Diversity Networks (2026-27)

Free Governor training programme on church school matters

Advice and support on issues relating to governance and admissions

Academy conversion initial advice and guidance

Advice and support in connection with buildings issues and capital work

Family of School Visit

Member schools receive a visit from a DBE representative to understand the individual needs, context and priorities of their school. The meeting enables discussion regarding the support available from the DBE that is bespoke to the needs of your school.

Bespoke Support

Tailored school support is available in connection with church school distinctiveness, Religious Education, SIAMS or Collective Worship.