Research and Evaluation

The State of the Nation in Education: Trends and Developments seen through Challenge Partners' Quality Assurance Reviews utilises AI to draw on 169 QA Review reports from primary, secondary, special and AP schools in 10 of our largest hubs across the North East, Midlands, London and the South East to provide a rich tapestry of perspectives and practices from schools across the country.

Collaborative Responses to Challenging Times captures and shares effective practice across Challenge Partners’ vibrant and diverse network based on analysis of over 300 quality assurance visits undertaken in 2021/22

Challenge Partners worked with the NAHT and other partners to define the Principles of Effective Peer Review

Growing the Top, evaluated jointly by Dr Peter Matthews and Roisin Killick, our previous internal evaluation lead

Our Trust Peer Review was evaluated by NFER

ImpactEd’s learning report showcases effective evaluation practice from seven Challenge Partner schools, addressing improving pupil wellbeing and resilience, closing disadvantage gaps and more

The Challenge Partners’ Annual Impact Report for 2022/23 demonstrates the continued importance and benefits of looking beyond individual settings and working collaboratively

Challenge Partners led on the EAL in the Mainstream Classroom project, which was a continuing professional development (CPD) programme delivered by Hounslow Language Service, Lampton School, and regional delivery centres

Our Quality Assurance Review was externally validated by the Institute of Education and found to offer schools Multiple Gains

ImpactEd's evaluation underscores the powerful impact of Jubilee Networks in promoting regional collaboration. They provide a safe space for headteachers to cultivate strong, supportive relationships while exploring diverse approaches to school improvement and leadership