School Based Management Committee
Strengthening school governance by empowering communities, parents, and local stakeholders to take ownership and drive improvement in their schools.
About the Program
School Based Management Committees (SBMCs) are integral to the governance and community engagement framework of senior secondary schools under the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC). They represent a decentralized approach to school administration that empowers communities, parents, and stakeholders to take ownership of their schools.
- Community-led school governance
- Decentralized administration model
- 8–12 committee members per school
- Covers all 36 states + FCT
- Aligned with national education policy
SBMC Functions
Approval and review of school improvement plans and annual budgets
Oversight of school infrastructure maintenance and development projects
Mobilization of community resources for school support
Resolution of conflicts between school management and community stakeholders
Advocacy for improved school conditions and adequate provision of learning materials
Monitoring teacher and student attendance, performance, and welfare
Committee Structure
Chairperson
A respected community leader elected by parents and stakeholders
Secretary
Usually the Vice-Principal (Administration) of the school
Parent Representatives
At least three elected parents from the Parent-Teacher Association
Teacher Representative
A teacher elected by the staff of the school
Student Representative
Head boy or head girl of the school
Community Members
Representatives from local government, civil society, or faith bodies