What is GEC Platform?
What sets the GEC apart is our unique blend of data and human connection, helping schools and trusts not just measure inclusion—but actively build it.
Our platform offers three academically-tested surveys delivering data-driven insights, analyzed through EDI demographics. These insights are paired with coaching recommendations from our Circle of 400 experts and seamlessly integrated into a digital action plan tailored to your needs. The GEC Library also provides over 30 days of CPD training resources, ensuring every staff member gains high-quality professional development.
Join an award-winning community of 13,000+ changemakers, supported by our Circle of experts who contribute to and quality-assure the GEC Platform. This is the world’s first and only educational framework, designed by a global network of school leaders and students. Built by educators, for educators, to support the challenges faced by school and trust leaders like you.
Be part of the #InclusionRevolution today and empower your school or trust to thrive through authentic, actionable inclusion.
Who is the GEC?
Founded by teacher and school leader, Nic Ponsford, the Global Equality Collective (GEC) is a multi-award-winning global community of over 13,000 inclusion, diversity and well-being change makers including 400 DEI subject matter experts, 'the Circle', who work together to equip, empower and educate. We fuse this knowledge base with our ground-breaking technology (the GEC Platform) which enables state-of-the-art analytics, practice-based evidence and the latest academic research to solve the biggest issues in education - inclusion, diversity and well-being.
In short the GEC Platform is a survey-based tool to figure out what is going wrong and the solution to fix it.
Here's why the GEC Platform is the game-changer that you desperately need:
Proof of Concept: We have successfully demonstrated the effectiveness of our platform in empowering and equipping schools. Through our intuitive edtech solution, we have shown tangible improvements in student outcomes and attendance rates. Reaching over 216k students in 30 countries
Market Leadership: The GEC Platform is not just another player in the market; we are the market leader. Our scalable solution sets us apart from alternatives, offering unparalleled efficiency and effectiveness.
In-House Expertise: We boast a diverse and experienced Collective of 400 education experts who have contributed to the development of our platform. This ensures that our solution is tailored to meet the unique needs of your school, college or trust.
Psychologically Safe Environment: The GEC Platform provides a psychologically safe and verified environment, co-created by school leaders, teachers, and students. This fosters a conducive learning environment where every individual feels valued and supported.
Alignment with Governance Standards: Our platform seamlessly integrates with schools' existing governance and monitoring procedures, including Ofsted requirements. This ensures compliance while driving continuous improvement.
Data-Driven Success: With our robust data strategy, the GEC Platform enables schools to enhance staff retention and recruitment, improve student attendance, and promote overall well-being and safety. By leveraging actionable insights, schools can make informed decisions that drive positive outcomes.
Our aim is simple, to make ordinary classrooms extraordinarily inclusive by revolutionising school culture.
We have just been listed in the top ten for Business Cloud’s 2024 Edtech50 and were especially highlighted at the BETT Awards 2024 as ‘Highly Commended’ in the ‘Transformational Impact’ category.
“The judges said this is a much needed tool in developing awareness of diversity and inclusiveness in schools and education! The testimonials from schools were strong with substantial evidence on the implementation of the tool and the platform seems to be gaining traction. Diversity, inclusivity and equity in EdTech is such an important topic and GEC are clearly doing this in a big and powerful way.”
BETT Awards, Highly Commended, Transformational Impact 2024 category
“It was certainly very, very close as to which was going to be the winner, and who was the runner up. But this was a really special tool that is making a huge difference to schools. I think one of the things that stood out about this platform was the incredible depth of research that's really gone into bringing this tool to the market. That was something that stood out, along with the impact that it's then having. It's only been around about 18 months or so, already in over 300 schools in 30 countries. Really, really proud to have the runner up being GEC Platform by the Global Equality Collective. Very, very well done to them!”
Global Edtech Awards, Runner Up, Well-Being, Online Safety and Safeguarding 2024 category
“The GEC Platform is revolutionising not only how education understands diversity and inclusion, but also how edtech can disrupt the sector to improve outcomes for staff and students alike.”
BETT Awards, Finalist in the Innovator of the Year 2023 category
“The GEC Platform is the app of our time. It deliberately does not shy away from asking organisations deep thought provoking questions about equality. The best bit is, it not only asks questions of organisations… but it also has the answers too!”
Chris Jackson, Headteacher Avonwood Primary School, United Learning Trust
“This is much more than an app or an accreditation. The GEC Platform is a one stop shop of curated research, analytics, expert sector voices, ready-made CPD tools and resources, peer reviewed reading recommendations and a supportive community. This is a springboard to real and ongoing whole scale organisational change and development.”
Emma Turner FCCT, Author and Research Lead for DSAT
“The GEC deals with equality and inclusion from early years to post-16. If people are going to change, all parties need to be on board. The work that the GEC does is invaluable and I am sure that the outcome will be that we don’t need to talk about stereotypes and equality. They will be a thing of the past.”
Graham Andre, BAFTA nominated BBC2 documentary, co-author of ‘The Equal Classroom’ and teacher
Recommended Usage
The GEC Platform opens a window on schools current cultural health position and enables leadership to work with its teachers and students to improve and broaden its understanding through a wealth of resources from the GEC Library and tailored advice from specialists to inform their future inclusion and well-being journey and strategy.
GEC Champions (SLT) are required to complete the Self Assessment (20 mins individual and 60 for a team). Staff surveys take 20 minutes and students 15 minutes (unsupervised) to 30 minutes (1:1 supervision).
Following this, the Champion engages with the data and action plan.
All staff can access the 'GEC Library', a Netflix style online CPD hub, with over 250 materials including lived experience videos and Leadership 'Playbooks'. Materials for student assemblies and lessons can be shared by staff directly.
We recommend that Champions engage at least monthly with the GEC Action Plan and Library once they have their data for action-driven impact. Staff should access the GEC Library for CPD needs - at least termly.
Educational Impact
 Company | Business Name: Global Equality Ltd HQ Location: United Kingdom Founded: 2022 |
| Age Range | 0-4, 5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-16, 17-18, 19+ |
 Features | A Knowledge-based Benchmarking Tool Immediate ResultsIntersectional DataDigital Action PlanSelf Assessment Survey For LeadersStaff Survey (for All Staff)Student Survey (aged 3 - Post 16)Over 200 Data PointsIntersectional Data Analysis Year On Year ComparisonTrust/ Cluster Comparison Built InCreate Additional Staff Group Filters For Indepth Analysis Built InProfessional Education Support TeamMulti-award Winning TeamQuality-assured Recommendations For Each Area Developed With Our Network Of 400 D&i ExpertsSupports Sdps For Well-being, Inclusion And DiversityInbuilt Expert Coaching To Close GapsCpd With Unlimited Staff SurveysAcademically Tested Surveys Designed With Schools From Around The Globe |
 Languages | English |
 Accessibility | Robust features |
 Policies |  Terms of ServicePrivacy PolicyGDPR |
 Requirements | Desktop - MacDesktop - WindowsDesktop - ChromebookDesktop - LinuxMobile - iPhoneMobile - iPadMobile - WindowsMobile - Android 2FA needed by Champion - but not staff and students for surveys All online so decent bandwidth for leadership proposed. Low data use needed for surveys and resources |
 Set Up | Instant |
 Training | In PersonLive OnlineWebinarsDocumentationVideos We offer all of above. Some GEC Members onboard themselves - others require a mixture of support. We offer all! Here is a virtual demo to get you started - https://www.thegec.education/gec-virtual-demo Our Support FAQs can be found here - https://www.thegec.education/support |
 Support | EmailFAQs/ForumKnowledge Base24/7 Live Rep There is 24/7 support from the Membership Services team via your inbox. We have an online Support page that has all of our FAQs. Our founder offers a virtual 'Ask Me Anything' session every week where you can drop in and ask for support, get 1:1 coaching or just check in with her and offer GEC Champions! |
| Home Learning | This is on our roadmap for 2024/25. If you are interested in this, please get in touch. We do however offer online resources for parents (free) and webinars/ workshops for parents too. |
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GEC Platform PricingPricing Plans Paid Subscription GEC Platform pricing starts from £1000 / year We ar ecommitted to supportung schools and staff with their interntional inclusion and aim to keep our pricing as clear and accessible as possible. Annual membership to the GEC starts at £2,000 + VAT and £2 a student for international and independent schools. This will give you access to all the features you need to understand your school culture and take positive and proactive steps to make it as inclusive as possible. Our Founders Support Initiative (FSI) We have worked in schools and understand budget challenges. As a solution, we've launched our FSI (Founder Subside Initiative) offering state schools and trusts a 50% discount for Autumn 2024. Find out more about how we save you money here - https://www.thegec.education/pricing Trusts: We do not charge for comparison data or our enterprise model for Trusts - as we believe you should have access to this! Wonde: As the first inclusion and well-being platform in Wonde, we are currently offering Wonde schools and trusts a 10% discount. Sign up here now - https://www.thegec.education/wonde  Optimised for a quick response | |
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GEC Platform Reviews
from 8 Verified Reviews
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H Sahota
Executive Headteacher
Used GEC Platform monthly for 1-2 years
Jul 2024
Has had a huge impact in helping us change the culture of our school, resulting in increased pupil numbers.
H Sahota found GEC Platform:
- Significantly provides school data“Helps us shape our PSHCE / PD programme. Provides useful data around key areas of DEI.”
- Moderately improves teacher wellbeing“Survey data”
- Significantly improves teacher knowledge“Large CPD library staff have access to”
- Significantly improves behaviour or wellbeing“Yes, helps us us develop our SDP based on areas of development identified.”
- Significantly builds student knowledge“We have had GEC drop down days (racism, misgogny, consent etc) which have had a huge impact”
Judith Scholes
Director of Inclusion
Used GEC Platform weekly for 1-2 years
Jul 2024
The data provided by the GEC has been instrumental in informing our action plan for EDIB and identifying what we need need to do in school to facilitate belonging for all stakeholders . The resources have not been fully utilized up to now - but they will be embedded within our new PSHE units for middle and high school . They are powerfully and all encompassing .
Judith Scholes found GEC Platform:
- Slightly reduces attainment gap“We don’t correlate skills to achievement .”
- Significantly provides school data“I use the school and staff data to inform our strategic goals. The anonymity allows users to be honest and feel comfortable providing qualitative data - examples of being othered or excluded, as well as observations about organizational policies and approach . This makes it easier to understand the lived experience of all in school and make adjustments to our approach where necessary .”
- Slightly improves teacher wellbeing
- Moderately improves behaviour or wellbeing“The data highlights areas where the average can improve policies / approach and be proactive in supporting all in school.”
- Slightly builds student knowledge“When well used, the resources have the potential to make a significant difference on students - and improve knowledge , skills and understanding .”
Daniel
Head of DEI/Teacher of Humanities & Geography
Used GEC Platform daily for 4-6 months
Jun 2024
Approachable team, very supportive and the surveys are thorough - a great way to get a DEI snapshot in a school.
Daniel found GEC Platform:
- Does not significantly reduce attainment gap
- Significantly provides school data“Holistic view of student and staff perspectives on DEI. So far the most helpful has been about inclusion and the curriculum.”
- Slightly improves teacher wellbeing“It's too early to tell - we are still rolling resources out to staff. The staff surveys went down well with our staff. E.g. positive comments afterwards about the workplace taking an interest in DEI.”
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing“It's still too soon to tell. We will start using GEC resources more actively from August.”
- Slightly builds student knowledge“See previous comment”
Amy Wilby
Assistant Headteacher
Used GEC Platform daily for 0–3 months
Jun 2024
Nic and Gemma have been amazing - so helpful when I have had questions. They respond quickly and are always supportive - they ensure I don't feel silly for asking
Amy Wilby found GEC Platform:
- Significantly reduces attainment gap“Oce we are up and running in this aspect, it will allow us a greater insight into the barriers to learning and give strategies to close the gap between subgroups”
- Significantly provides school data“The data will give us an understanding of the difficulties faced by our colleagues and our learners. This will then be incredibly useful in forming a plan moving forward to support everyone”
- Significantly improves teacher wellbeing“Ensuring that teachers feel respected and understood - 'You asked, we listened' approach”
- Significantly improves behaviour or wellbeing“By removing barriers to learning and to wellbeing, through the in depth data provided by The GEC”
- Significantly builds student knowledge“Empowered staff = empowered students”
Jun 2024
The tools and resources available from ‘the collective’ has helped us to become a more inclusive school focusing on equality and diversity
Kari found GEC Platform:
- Slightly reduces attainment gap
- Significantly provides school data“The staff survey identified that career progression and investment in staff is an area for development so we are now exploring providing apprenticeship opportunities”
- Slightly improves teacher wellbeing
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing
- Significantly builds student knowledge“We used the platform to help us choose our ‘Super 6’ reading books which are diverse. The content gives pupils the knowledge about a range of groups in society eg travelling community etc”
Matt Jessop
Head Teacher
Used GEC Platform weekly for 1-2 years
Jun 2024
Comfortably the most comprehensive platform for DEI and superb for ensuring inclusion is as good as it can be!
Matt Jessop found GEC Platform:
- Moderately reduces attainment gap
- Significantly provides school data
- Significantly improves teacher wellbeing“Reducing workload, comprehensive library of resources for support, direction and information”
- Significantly improves behaviour or wellbeing“Support with well-being and identification of issues”
- Significantly builds student knowledge“Huge curriculum support for DEI in teaching and learning and all other aspects of school life”
Jun 2024
Such a great collection of knowledge and skills from such an amazing group of people.
Nichola found GEC Platform:
- Moderately reduces attainment gap“Helped us to be more inclusive a d therefore meet the needs of more children.”
- Does not provide school data“Not used”
- Significantly improves teacher wellbeing“Provides ideas, talking pints and guidance on relevant policy that supports wellbeing.”
- Significantly improves behaviour or wellbeing“Helped to form our ideas for a complete overhaul of our behaviour strategies”
- Significantly builds student knowledge“Helped us to broaden our curriculum to include more diversity.”
Nov 2023
Great platform, easy interface. Hits the mark for all EDI aspects within a school and provides accessible and high quality professional learning based around identifying the actual needs to individuals and whole schools.
Becki Bawler found GEC Platform:
- Moderately reduces attainment gap“Allows us to identify gaps more explicitly so we can target appropriate interventions”
- Moderately provides school data“Enhances the quality of school data we have”
- Moderately improves teacher wellbeing“Gives staff independence and flexibility in the professional learning they can have.”
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing
- Moderately builds student knowledge“Using the resources helps us develop authentic learning experiences for our young people which is central to curriculum for Wales and provides our learners with essential knowledge and skills in an up to date way”