Research School Network: Making the Difference for Disadvantaged Pupils Supporting Disadvantaged leaders: What the evidence tells us

Educational disadvantage remains one of the greatest challenges facing schools. Yet evidence continues to show that schools can make a profound difference when they combine high quality teaching, strong relationships and effective implementation.

Drawing on the latest evidence, this programme supports leaders to develop, refine and evaluate strategies that improve outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.

✅ A refined strategy for disadvantaged pupils

✅ Practical tools for implementation and evaluation

✅ Evidence-informed approaches that drive impact

✅ Greater confidence in leading improvement

Day 1: Wednesday 21 April 2027, 09.00 – 15.00
Introduction
The role of evidence in supporting children’s needs.
School culture – analysing existing issues and strategies with Marc Rowland.

Day 2: Tuesday 18 May 2027, 09.00 – 15.00
The Tiered Approach
Identifying solutions & the role of High Quality Teaching.

Day 3: Tuesday 15 June 2027, 09.00 – 15.00
Implementation planning
Effective delivery, monitoring and evaluation.
Follow-on support offer.

Suitable for:

Headteachers, Senior Leaders, Pupil Premium Leads, Inclusion Leaders, SENDCOs, Trust & School Improvement Leads

Educational disadvantage remains one of the greatest challenges facing schools. Yet evidence continues to show that schools can make a profound difference when they combine high quality teaching, strong relationships and effective implementation.

Drawing on the latest evidence, this programme supports leaders to develop, refine and evaluate strategies that improve outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.

✅ A refined strategy for disadvantaged pupils

✅ Practical tools for implementation and evaluation

✅ Evidence-informed approaches that drive impact

✅ Greater confidence in leading improvement

Keynote Speaker
Marc Rowland | Leading Expert on Pupil Premium and Disadvantage in Education, Unity Research School, Government Advisor

Tom Colquhoun | Director, Somerset Research School
Clare Anderson | ELE PP & Inclusion
Jon Eaton | Director, Devon Research School