Our impact
At ASDAN, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our learners.
This section showcases the evidence of our impact through published research, studies, and data, demonstrating the effectiveness of our programmes. You’ll also find inspiring success stories from ASDAN members, highlighting how our courses have supported personal growth, boosted confidence and opened doors to new opportunities.
I have seen ASDAN turn the lives around of many students. It is an engagement tool, it builds on the strengths of individuals, it builds up resilience and confidence.
Transforming attainment, engagement and outcomes for all
UWE (2012) found that students in CoPE schools were 10% more likely to achieve A*-C grades in GCSE English and 5% more likely to secure five A*-C GCSEs, including English and mathematics
Mannion’s (2021) longitudinal evidence highlights how metacognitive and self-regulatory skills can help learners adapt to various challenges, including life after release.
ASDAN’s Certificate of Personal Effectiveness (CoPE) and its broader curriculum offer a powerful, evidence-based solution to improving academic outcomes, learner engagement, and long-term employability. Drawing on robust findings from major studies, we evidence how our courses can raise attainment, reduce NEET and enhance provision for ESOL learners.
When integrated with ASDAN’s Lift Off and Lifeskills Challenge programmes, CoPE offers a scalable and impactful strategy to foster essential life and academic skills throughout a learner’s educational journey.
Our 2025 highlights report
Last year saw us engage, elevate and empower thousands of learners in the UK and across the world. We have pulled together our first highlight report, showcasing the achievements of our members and their learners, and introducing some of our headline developments for the year ahead.
ASDAN alumni – share your story to inspire the next generation
Were you taught an ASDAN course in the past? Did it help shape your future? We're seeking ASDAN alumni to share their story and help engage, elevate and empower today's learners. Visit ASDAN alumni to get involved.
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