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RISE targeted intervention: interim process evaluation report
Interim findings of the process evaluation of the Regional Improvement for Standards in Education (RISE) targeted intervention.
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The formative evaluation of RISE targeted intervention assesses what is working well and what could be improved in the delivery of RISE to support school improvement and ongoing delivery.
This interim report is based on the first wave of interviews with a sample of:
- headteachers and responsible bodies of RISE schools
- RISE advisers
- supporting organisations
Workshops were also held with RISE delivery teams in the 9 regions. This report captures stakeholder perspectives and their initial experiences and expectations of the programme to inform ongoing delivery.
Interviews will continue at 6 to 12 monthly intervals until Autumn 2027.
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Published 9 February 2026