Who is losing learning? Finding solutions to the school engagement crisis
Think tank: IPPR
Author(s): Various authors
March 18, 2025
This report from UK think tank IPPR sets out 10 recommendations which, if delivered, would see a measurable improvement in school inclusion.
An alarming number of children are missing out on the social and educational benefits of school.
A crisis of lost learning is sweeping across schools in England. Children cannot learn if they are not in school and not engaged. This means attainment cannot be raised further, employment outcomes cannot be improved, nor can the country’s ambitious growth targets be met if a significant and growing proportion of children are unable to access a quality education. To turn the tide of lost learning, the education system must evolve.
This report sets out 10 recommendations for national government, local authorities, trusts and schools which, if delivered, would see a measurable improvement in inclusion, meaning fewer children would be losing out on learning.
