The only live benchmark in English education

Join the country's largest Leadership & Governance Census

Get live, benchmarked insights into your leadership and governance teams — and turn them into actionable strategies for school success. The census is fully funded for all school and trust.

Benefits

Why should I join?

Gain trusted, live insights to strengthen alignment, build sustainable governance, and lead with confidence.

Understand your alignment

See how closely your senior leaders, governors, and trustees align on priorities and perceptions. Spot blind spots early and build a shared understanding that strengthens strategy.

Benchmark against peers

Compare your results with national data, segmented by role, phase, and context. Know whether your challenges are unique or shared across the sector.

Turn insights into action

Receive clear, visual reports for heads, governors, and executives.​ Turn reflection into coordinated action and confident improvement.​

from data to action

What is the Leadership & Governance Census?

See how aligned your executive and governance teams are, and get a confidential report showing how your perceptions compare nationally.

See where you stand

Receive personalised insights for headteachers and CEOs, showing how your leadership team compares nationally and within your trust.​
Know your strengths and where to focus for greatest impact.

Gain actionable insight​​​​s

Identify blind spots and strengthen collaboration across leadership levels.
Turn reflection into confident, evidence-based improvement.

Take part in the census

Join the national Leadership & Governance Census this February. Complete a short, anonymous survey and contribute to the largest study of leadership in education.

Understand your alignment

See how aligned your leaders, governors, and trustees are in priorities and perceptions.​Spot differences early to strengthen decision-making.

Join now

Register your interest today

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