Pupils & learning
School improvement: moving from plan to practice
Governing Matters
15/05/2026
Dr Stephen Hopkins tells us how governance plays a critical role in driving up school standards.
This Governing Matters article covers:
- The core features of school improvement
- How governors and trustees can drive improvement
- Strategies for pupils with SEND and those facing disadvantage
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