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This report by Dr Richard Churches, EDT’s Director of Research, sets out a powerful case for basing the design of education reform policy on evidence, and a systemic view of the action needed to transform learning outcomes across large networks of schools.

From Sunday 13th to Monday 14th April, our Managing Director International, Fadi Khalek, joined the global conversation on education and skills to move ‘#BeyondReadiness’ at Human Capability Initiative (HCI) in Saudi Arabia. Fadi connected with leaders to share edt’s vast knowledge, experience and track record in future readiness, and how we are expanding our operations in Saudi Arabia. Reflecting on the various talks and conversations across the two days, Fadi shares some insights and food for thought.

A global dialogue in education matters. The ability to learn from international experiences, adapt evidence-based policies, and co-develop solutions across borders is crucial in navigating the increasingly complex landscape of education reform. Edt convened its third Global Dialogue event in January 2025, bringing together policymakers, educators and partners to explore key educational challenges, discuss learnings and best practices, and identify scalable, contextually relevant strategies for reform.

Having made a dramatic impact on over 650 schools and multi-academy trusts since its launch in 2021, the Behaviour Hubs programme is coming to an end in April 2025. In this article, Senior Programme Manager Richard Warenisca explains that schools are facing increasingly complex challenges in behaviour management, and that school leaders and teachers urgently need more support.

Edt has been appointed principal implementing partner for Think Equal’s new social and emotional learning (SEL) component of the UK-funded TEACH (Teacher Effectiveness and Equitable Access for all Children) programme in Zimbabwe. As SEL component lead, EDT will now build upon its impressive track record of delivering teacher professional development and conducting school inspections within the TEACH programme.

Mark De Backer, Head of Careers at EDT, reflects on the government’s ambition to give all school and college students the opportunity to improve their future job prospects by undertaking two weeks’ work experience.

We are delighted to share that our work on the UK government-funded Skills Bootcamps in Early Years has achieved a ‘significant progress’ Ofsted rating, across the areas of leadership and management, and quality of provision.