Schools invited to take part in workload research

The National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL) is offering up to £30,000 for groups of schools to carry out research into how best to reduce teacher workload.

It is particularly interested in ways to reduce workload related to marking, planning and resources, and data management.

This research will investigate current practices and develop long term solutions to better manage teacher workload.

The NCTL is also hoping that schools will develop tools and processes that could work as a form of recognition or accreditation for schools which are actively working to keep workload at proportionate and manageable levels.

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