Key insights for directors of education, trust CEOs, and safeguarding leaders
Delivering a high-quality education across all schools in trust requires a shared vision, coordinated strategies, and deep understanding of local needs. Developed in partnership with the Confederation of School Trusts (CST), this Quality of Education Deep-Dive Report explores the challenges and priorities shaping education provision across England’s trusts.
Drawing on feedback from 417 trust CEOs, the report offers a sector-wide view of where trusts are focusing their improvement efforts – from inclusion and attendance to curriculum development and safeguarding.
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Why education leaders should read this report
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Inclusion and SEND top the priority list:
73% of trust leaders identified inclusion and SEND as a key focus in 2024/25, reflecting a major shift toward more equitable education. -
Attendance is now a quality priority:
With 61% of CEOs prioritising attendance, the report explores what’s working – like targeted interventions and stronger parental engagement. -
Understand the challenges of SEND provision:
Funding and staffing pressures are the most common barriers to effective SEND support, particularly in larger trusts. -
Review curriculum development trends:
Despite not being mandatory, most trusts are highly influenced by the National Curriculum. -
Track how safeguarding roles are evolving:
69% of trusts now have a dedicated trust-wide safeguarding lead. Discover how this differs by trust size.