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Leading Edge
National network for high‑performing member schools, offering collaboration, peer review and expert support to sustain and strengthen exceptional practice.
Educational Outcomes
Unique database combining DfE and Ofsted data to assess the performance of every state-funded school in the country – with awards for top schools.
Lead Practitioner Accreditation
Nationally recognised CPD that develops confident leaders of learning, strengthens teaching practice and drives whole‑school improvement.
Student Recognition Scheme
Recognise your students’ achievements through a structured, motivational scheme that builds confidence, celebrates success and strengthens whole‑school culture.
School Recognition Scheme
Celebrate your whole‑school commitment to student leadership, Rooted in evidence about how student leadership develops over time, we offer four levels of award.
Leadership Legacy Project
Support sustainable school improvement through collaborative leadership development focused on long-term impact, culture and strategic change.
Culture Survey
Our survey is an ideal way to build a picture of the staff experience Trust-wide. Highlight strengths and areas for further focus. We provide a comprehensive report allowing you to compare and analyse findings across schools.
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Reviews
“At the heart of Leading Edge is a group of innovative, energetic and like-minded schools that are actively looking to collaborate and learn from one another. For us it is at the core of our commitment to challenge, grow and improve as a school far beyond simply comparing ourselves to the school ‘down the road’. We truly value the partnership, collaboration and inspiration of the work we do together.”
Executive Headteacher
St Paul’s Catholic College
“Our engagement in the various programmes has enabled us to work alongside colleagues across the country, sharing ideas, strategies and resources that benefit the students we teach, as well as challenging us as leaders… The support we receive from the SSAT is invaluable.”
Deputy Headteacher
The Basildon Upper Academy
“We have enjoyed every second of working with SSAT over the last couple of weeks whilst securing our accreditation for our Student Leadership Programme.”
Ormiston Meridian Academy
Resources
SSAT Membership Brochure
Leadership Legacy Project Think Piece
Making Student Leadership Effective Practical Guide
Student Recognition Scheme Audit Tool Sample
School Recognition Scheme Audit Tool Sample
Educational Outcomes Sample
Lead Practitioner - Theory of Change
Leading Edge Innovation Grants
SSAT Culture Survey 2026 – Findings Report
Articles
Global connectivity: Introducing Mandarin Chinese in your school
The reach of a Lead Practitioner – moving beyond school-wide impact to multi-academy trust and international influence
My Leadership Journey and the SSAT Leadership Legacy Project
Recognition: The Secret Sauce for Enhancing Student Leadership
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