The Thrive Approach Evaluation Report
(2026)
This independent evaluation by ImpactEd Evaluation brings together evidence from a large-scale national comparative analysis of over 2,600 schools and a two-year mixed-methods evaluation, exploring outcomes associated with the Thrive Approach for pupils, staff, and the wider education system.
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- Key findings on attendance, exclusions, pupil wellbeing and staff wellbeing
- Evidence of particularly strong outcomes for pupils with SEND
- Insight into how impact strengthens when Thrive is used consistently and embedded over time
- An assessment of the potential long-term public and system value associated with reduced exclusions and lower reliance on reactive services
- Key takeaways for settings, multi-academy trusts and local authorities