Polls

Questions we put to school leaders, with collated results. Every figure names its source and sample size. Closed polls stay on this archive.

OpenSample

Sample poll: This proof-of-concept item uses clearly labelled sample data or placeholder copy. It is not live editorial or official statistics.

What should leaders protect first this term? (SAMPLE)

If you had to protect one thing this term, what would it be?

UK school leaders responding on X · Opened 12 January 2026 · Latest: X · n = 184

X · n = 184 · 18 January 2026

  • Attendance systems and follow-up43% (79)
  • Curriculum and subject time22% (41)
  • Behaviour routines21% (38)
  • Staff workload and wellbeing14% (26)

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