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Academic performance of disadvantaged pupils and how to support them

This analysis report will help researchers and school leaders understand the new evidence on improving performance for disadvantaged pupils in and out of London.

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Academic performance of disadvantaged pupils in and out of London: an analysis

Ref: ISBN 978-1-78105-888-6, DFE-RR785PDF, 2.88MB, 34 pages

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This report presents the findings of an analytical assessment of the London Effect – the observation that educational performance in London has been improving compared to the rest of England since the late 1990s, especially for economically deprived pupils.

Research comparing cultures and practices to support disadvantaged pupils’ attainment in high and lower performing schools.

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School culture and practice: supporting attainment

Ref: ISBN 978-1-78105-898-5, DFE-RR788PDF, 910KB, 142 pages

School culture and practice: supporting attainment – brief

Ref: ISBN 978-1-78105-897-8, DFE-RB788PDF, 296KB, 18 pages

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This qualitative study provides evidence on cultures and practices seen in schools that perform well and less well for their disadvantaged pupils, inside and out of London.

It provides insights for those interested in school improvement around practices that could be encouraged to improve attainment of disadvantaged pupils.

Published 8 August 2018 
Last updated 8 August 2018 + show all updates

  1.  Added the research brief.
  2.  First published.

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