What is the National Challenge G&T project?
The National Challenge G&T project, scheduled to run from 2009 to 2011, is designed to be fully aligned with the National Challenge programme. The project is designed for schools that: • are supported by National Challenge • are already close to national floor targets • have leaders who are committed to extending the challenge and support they offer to gifted and talented pupils • have sufficient leadership capacity to make it happen. The National Challenge G&T project enables schools to focus both on raising the bar and narrowing the gap, by identifying and developing the rich and often hidden potential of young people. By applying the Institutional and Classroom Quality Standards for gifted and talented pupils, the National Challenge G&T project has the potential to improve provision for all learners through the development of quality first teaching. It also provides good opportunities for schools to make important positive statements to parents, community and partners about their as
