Feb 2026
I would rate this an 8 out of 10. While MTG and mean score variance across subjects provide a useful baseline for target setting, we need to layer additional expectations onto this to ensure that every subject is working towards at least an ALPS 3, irrespective of target distributions or subject difficulty. Its greatest strength is how it sharpens our conversations about progress, making it easier to identify where support is needed and celebrate where practice is strong.
Oliver Watkins found Alps:
- Improves attainment“Using the What If function enables us to model potential outcomes for individual students, helping us pinpoint who needs targeted intervention and the specific strategies that will make the greatest impact.”
- Improves school processes“ALPS Connect helps standardise target‑setting and makes progress visible in real time, giving staff a shared, evidence‑based picture of how students are performing. This leads to sharper interventions, stronger departmental reviews, and more strategic decision‑making across the school.”
- Improves teaching efficiency“streamlines teacher workload by giving staff instant, clear insight into which students need attention - allowing time to: plan, feedback, and focus resources to the classroom”
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