Research School Network: Pupil Premium School Review Maximise the Impact of Your Pupil Premium Strategy

All reviews are delivered on-site at your school to ensure they’re fully tailored to your context. While we work with schools across the country, travel costs may apply for locations outside our region. Reviews are available year-round and can be booked at a time that works best for you — no fixed dates required.

Schools today face the urgent challenge of narrowing the attainment gap for disadvantaged pupils. A Pupil Premium Review with Derby Research School helps you ensure that every intervention delivers measurable impact for your young people.

✅ Strengthen your strategy using the EEF’s tiered approach
✅ Uncover root causes of underachievement in your context
✅ Access high-impact, evidence-backed interventions
✅ Meet DfE requirements with confidence
✅ Leave with a practical plan, not just a report

​“We ensure each review is meaningful, developmental, and grounded in what works best for disadvantaged pupils.”

As a national leader in evidence-informed education, we are part of the EEF’s Research Schools Network. You benefit from:

Experts with school leadership and PP implementation experience
Reviews aligned with EEF guidance and DfE strategy frameworks
Collaboration with national figures like Marc Rowland
Ongoing support to embed lasting change

Confidence your PP strategy is focused and effective
Insight into what’s working and what’s not
A clear action plan aligned to your school’s priorities
Practical tools to monitor impact over time

For more information download the Pupil Premium Review Booklet below.