School Improvement
Driving Excellence Through Inclusive, Collaborative School Improvement
Driving Excellence Through Inclusive, Collaborative School Improvement.
School Improvement
Relationships,
Review, Report, Refine and Revisit.
At White Rose Academies Trust, our School Improvement Entitlement is the cornerstone of our commitment to continuous development across all aspects of academy life. Operating through a year-round calendar of activity, our approach is driven by the 5R model of School Improvement-Relationships, Review, Report, Refine, and Revisit - ensuring ongoing enhancement of educational practice, professional learning, and outcomes for all pupils. Underpinned by authentic collaboration and strategic challenge, our work supports schools in delivering high-quality, inclusive education aligned with the Trust’s strategic priorities of delivering exceptional educational experiences, embedding strong systems for scalable improvement, investing in staff, and achieving sustainable operations.
Collaborative Professional Networks
We foster a culture of collaboration through trust-wide networks that empower staff to share best practice, grow professionally, and drive improvement together.
A Systematic
Approach
Our structured model ensures consistency, accountability, and sustained progress through clearly defined cycles of review, refinement, and support.
A Great Teacher in Every Classroom
We invest in professional development and instructional excellence to ensure every pupil is taught by a highly skilled, reflective practitioner.
Knowing Our Children Well, Supporting Them to Be Their Best Selves
We prioritise strong relationships and deep understanding of each learner to provide the right support, challenge, and care for every child to thrive.
An Inclusive Approach.
We are committed to making sure every child feels valued, supported, and able to succeed -whatever their starting point. All of our professional development and school improvement work is shaped by this inclusive approach, ensuring that high expectations and excellent teaching benefit every learner. This commitment is reflected in how our leaders and staff work together across the Trust, sharing best practice and maintaining a strong focus on the wellbeing and progress of all students.
What is the 5R model of School Improvement at White Rose Academies Trust?
Our 5R model—Relationships, Review, Report, Refine, and Revisit—is a structured, continuous improvement cycle. It ensures that schools across the Trust are consistently evaluating their practice, acting on evidence, and embedding sustainable changes to improve outcomes for all pupils.
How does the Trust ensure consistency and quality across all its academies?
Through trust-wide systems, shared frameworks, and regular review cycles, we support each academy in maintaining high standards. Our collaborative networks, centralised CPD, and strategic leadership input help align quality improvement efforts across the Trust.
How are teachers and staff supported in professional development?
We offer a comprehensive professional learning entitlement, including coaching, mentoring, subject-specific networks, and leadership development pathways. This ensures every staff member can continually develop and have the greatest impact in the classroom.
