Performance data resource hub for governors

Last reviewed on 10 August 2022

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You don’t have to be a professional data analyst to be an effective governor. Get a handle on what you do (and what you don’t) need to know about school performance data.

Wrap your head around the basics

School performance data: the basics
Get started with our quick guide on what you do and don't need to know about data.

A governor's guide to attainment and progress
Understand the difference between the two with our guide.

Performance data glossary
Keep our performance data glossary on hand to help you decode your data reports.

Questions to ask about your school's performance data
Use our guide to learn how to prepare for and participate in data-driven meetings.
Exam results: what you should do next
Whether your school receives good or poor results, understand what to do on results day, and download our list of questions to challenge and support your headteacher.

Take a deep dive into the data

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