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Research Summary: Research: School belonging and attainment at key stage 4
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- Attribution requires verification
- Original source
- UK Department for Education
- Summary & Analysis prepared by
- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
- Resource type
- Research Summary / Knowledge Resource
- Resource published on AZIZ OS
- 19 August 2026
- Last updated
- 22 September 2026
- Reading time
- 1 min
- Publication type
- Executive Guide
- Availability
- Open access
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The UK Department for Education has conducted research analyzing the relationship between school belonging and academic attainment for 16-year-olds in England. This analysis utilized linked survey and administrative data to investigate how a sense of belonging within a school environment correlates with educational outcomes at Key Stage 4.
Why it matters
Understanding the factors that influence academic attainment, such as school belonging, is crucial for developing effective educational strategies and interventions. Insights from this research can inform policy decisions aimed at improving student engagement, well-being, and ultimately, educational outcomes across the system.
Key insights
- Analysis performed by the UK Department for Education.
- Focuses on the relationship between school belonging and attainment.
- Target demographic is 16-year-olds in England.
- Utilizes linked survey and administrative data for the study.
Source
UK Department for Education — https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/school-belonging-and-attainment-at-key-stage-4
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