Building thriving schools in the face of disadvantage Future Terms

Every school has its challenges – never more so than right now. But we know that schools in disadvantaged communities face an even steeper uphill challenge to recruit, retain and develop the best teachers when it comes to achieving the greatest outcomes for students.

So what makes a school sustainably successful? Come along to the latest in our Future Terms series to hear more about research carried out by Teach First, which pinpoints the key features woven into successful schools in disadvantaged areas. Our expert panel will unpick what it takes for schools to maintain teacher wellbeing and ensure a fair education for all. Join the conversation on Twitter using #FutureTermsPanel

This panel aired on Thursday 3 December 2020.

Hosted by:

Jenny Griffiths - Education Research Specialist at Teach First (moderator).

On this panel:


Katie Ashford - Deputy Headmistress at Michaela Community School
Andy Bygrave - Achievement Partner at Teach First
Sarah Hewitt-Clarkson - Headteacher at Anderton Park Primary School
Kathryn Morgan - Expert Adviser at Teacher Development Trust