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School Improvement Programme
Welcome to the new approach to school improvement
This programme is for professionals in schools, MATs and local authorities who want to improve how education services work in practice. It develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to redesign services around pupils, families, staff and stakeholders.
The programme equips learners to improve complex services such as attendance, behaviour, SEND, safeguarding, transitions and parental engagement through a user-centred, collaborative and iterative approach.
Join a cohort of forward-thinking education professionals who are improving systems, not just reacting to problems.
Who is it for?
- Suitable for current and aspiring and senior practitioners in: Schools, MATs, Local Authorities, Education Support Services
- Particularly relevant for: School improvement leads, SENCOs and inclusion leaders, Behaviour and attendance leads, Operations and systems leaders, Trust central teams
Duration
- 18 months + End Point Assessment
- EPA can take up to 6 months
Qualifications
- Service Designer Apprenticeship
- Advanced Entry criteria for Masters Progression Pathways
Apprenticeship Levy
Fully Funded through the apprenticeship levy.
Progression pathways
Progression pathways
"Additionally, the flexibility of delivery - including online learning and tutor support - has made it easier for staff to engage with professional development alongside their day-to-day responsibilities."
King Edward’s School Trust
Start your journey
We are now accepting registrations of interest for our 2026 cohorts. Submit your details now and one of our team will be in touch. May 2026 Cohort: Applications close 24th April 2026
School Improvement Programme
Eligibility
- Suitable for current and aspiring leaders and senior practitioners in schools, MATs, Local Authorities and Education Support Services
Assessment
- End of Module Submissions, Portfolio of practice, End Point Assessment
- Portfolio of Service Design Artefacts, Work-based improvement project, Presentation and Professional Discussion
Cost
£0 £15,000
This programme utilises the apprenticeship levy
Overview
- 1 x First Day of Learning
- Learning events designed around workflows
- Coaching and mentor support throughout
- Regular review points related to work-based projects
Limited spaces available
