86%
of education professionals say the pandemic is still having a negative impact on pupil achievement.

In the guide, find out how schools are adjusting to the ‘new normal’ 5 years on after the pandemic.
of education professionals say the pandemic is still having a negative impact on pupil achievement.
say the learning gap is between half an academic year and two full years.
of teachers in the most deprived areas say far too many students are falling behind.
say the learning gap is between half an academic year and two full years.
Five years on from the covid lockdown, what is the impact on learners today, and crucially, what can we do to support them?
Our research with 9,000 teachers and leaders as well as in-depth interviews with school and trust leaders lifts the lid on lost learning and the strategies schools are taking to turn the tide. Want to know more?
Uncover the long-term impact of COVID on pupils and staff – from learning gaps to changing routines.
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Go beyond the numbers with real-world examples that explain the ‘why’ behind absence data.
Stay ahead of the curve with insights drawn from over 9,000 educators nationwide.
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