This study aims to show the nature of shared governance in a policy context that requires a culture of collaboration between education authorities and schools. It explores the evolving nature of governance and governing within the Maltese educational system and focuses on the theme of collaboration that is considered as one of the pillars behind the reform and sanctioned by the Education (Amendment) Act 2006. Striking the balance between centralised and decentralised practices demands a new culture of cooperation and sharing of good practices, which have been identified as essential ingredients that have to be addressed in a strategic manner and sustained over time. The study acknowledges the fact that we are still in the initial stages of the reform and that the reflections that are shared through this research are intended to provide an analytical perspective to the implications of collaboration for governance.