Background and development of TEP measure of pupil engagement

This report explains how the TEP pupil engagement measure was designed, developed and tested. It sets out how we define engagement across cognitive, emotional and behavioural domains, and why these areas matter for schools.The paper outlines the research evidence underpinning each component of the survey, the principles guiding its construction, and the refinements made following the first wave of data collection. It also explains how the measure will continue to evolve to ensure it remains robust, relevant and actionable for schools.