The Church of England has been providing education in this country for over 200 years. As the single largest provider of schools in the country, the Church is an important stakeholder in the nation’s education system.
Every diocese has a Diocesan Board of Education (DBE), which is a statutory body with functions and powers set out in the Diocesan Boards of Education Measure 2021. The DBE reports to the Diocesan Synod on an annual basis.
See the DBE annual report for 2024.
The functions of DBEs are stated in the Diocesan Boards of Education Measure 2021 and are to:
- promote education in the diocese, being education which is consistent with the faith and practice of the Church of England;
- promote religious education and worship in schools in the diocese;
- promote Church schools in the diocese;
- advise governors and trustees on any matters affecting Church schools;
- promote cooperation between the Board and other groups and agencies concerned with education in the diocese;
You can find out more about the work of the DBE and the Education team by exploring the links and clicking on the section areas below.
- Meet the Education Team and contact them here
- Visit and register for the GDBE Elevate portal to see our range of support and services for schools
- Keep in touch by registering and downloading our fortnightly newsletter
- View the DBE Scheme and Terms of Reference
