What is schools' development?
Schools' development (or 'development') is essentially professional fundraising in schools. It is the process by which schools seek to engage with their alumni, parents and other stakeholders to generate support and income to advance a school's strategic objectives.
Development helps to fund a wide range of projects from increasing access to independent education for children from disadvantaged backgrounds, to improving learning environments and resources for pupils from both the state and independent sectors.
IDPE (the Institute of Development Professionals in Education) supports all schools, from both the independent and state sectors, to develop cultures of community engagement and philanthropic support, so that they can provide the best educational experience for children and young people.
If you would like to know more about developing a fundraising programme in your school, please get in touch with Alison Adams or Abigail Wilde, our Membership Team, who will be happy to help: