Primary Education Resources Request for Information Dec 2024

Request for InformationIntroductionThe David Ross Education Trust (DRET) is a family of 36 academies across the Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and London regions. DRET is a growing trust with 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, 1 all-through, 1 special school and several linked nurseries. Details can be found on our website: www.dret.co.uk The combined performance of our primaries is above the national average. Throughout our DRET family we understand the crucial role that Early Years plays in every child’s journey to achieving their full potential. We are committed to supporting our children and staff to continually improve outcomes.DRET is the single contracting authority for all academies and therefore procurement of resources will be handled centrally, our aim is to secure a multi-year arrangement to allow for consistency, however we would like to allow our academies the option to opt into whichever are the most appropriate resources for their cohort of children.Before we go out to tender, we are keen to review what primary education resources, products and services are available in the market, to supplement the delivery of the primary curriculum in core subjects. Information gathered will help us to determine the right procurement approach. DRET is required to comply with procurement regulations (Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023).What are we looking for?A package for primary schools which aims to raise pupil attainment and accelerate pupil progress in core subjects and close the attainment gap.This might include:a) Standardised assessments and analysis of pupil achievement and gaps.b) Intervention resources c) Supplementary curriculum resources d) Leadership CPD or bespoke support for schools aimed at raising attainment