Guidance

Get school-led support to use evidence to improve teaching practice

The Research Schools Network is delivered through a partnership between the Education Endowment Foundation and the Institute for Effective Education.

Applies to England

What you can get

Research schools offer:

  • regular communication and events about evidence-based programmes and practices
  • training and professional development for senior leaders and teachers on improving classroom practice using evidence
  • support to help schools develop ways of improving teaching and learning and evaluate their impact

Who can join the network

The support, training and events offered by research schools can be accessed by any state-funded school in England.

When it’s available

Activities take place throughout the year led by the 22 research schools across England.

What it costs

Costs vary between research schools.

How to apply

Find your local research school and contact them directly.

Find out more

See the Research Schools Network website for more information.

Updates to this page

Published 21 September 2018

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