Research into local systems of inclusion support and alternative provision in england
‘The enthusiasm and expertise that Isos Partnership demonstrated throughout the project resulted in a report that was extensively praised for its rigour and insight, and that has since contributed significantly to national and local policy development.’
Research into how local education and children’s services in england have responded to the coronavirus pandemic
‘I believe I speak for all councils when I say that we want to get the very best for our children, making sure that we harness this opportunity to put children at the centre of our recovery, and tackling head on the inequalities that we have seen exacerbated by the pandemic. The recommendations in this report offer ways to help us do that.’
Research into the impact of coronavirus restrictions on babies in the UK
‘The final document is a triumph. It is clear, well structured, interesting and helpful and has been well received by key stakeholders.’
Research into the pressures on SEND and high needs budgets
‘A powerful and concise picture of the high needs budgetary and demand pressures facing member councils.’
Report for the Local Government Association on enabling school improvement
‘An excellent and very well received piece of work – many thanks!’
Action research into the enablers of improvement in children’s services
‘The LGA / Isos Partnership children’s services research project should be essential reading for anyone interested in how authorities improve and develop.’
Research on funding for young people with SEN
‘Staff from Isos Partnership accurately summarised multiple local contexts, leading to insightful questioning and comments.’
Research to understand how 16-19 institutions support students with additional needs
‘Isos Partnership achieved all of the aims and objectives of our project; they met their delivery milestones, often working to short deadlines to achieve them.’
Evaluation of the National Science Learning Network’s regional programme
‘The report demonstrates clearly the positive impact that the Network is having on teachers, pupils and schools across England. We are delighted with the report.’
Research into the leadership of teaching school alliances
‘We were really pleased with the quality and impact of the project, and the report has been received very positively.’
Research into the evolution of ten local education systems
‘Your work with us was characterised by a clear wish to understand the local context, to ask probing questions that aided our self-analysis rather than hindered it, and helpful thoughts for the future ...’
Action research into the evolving role of local authorities in education
‘Isos Partnership’s understanding of the context of our work and existing knowledge of the sectors engaged in the study have been especially valuable ...’
Evaluation of local approaches to raising the participation age
‘I think Isos Partnership’s work, approach and knowledge of the activity have been excellent. Probably the best piece of evaluation work I have been involved with.’
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