From insight to action.
THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION REPORT
The Future of Education Report is more than a snapshot of current trends — it’s a blueprint for what comes next.
Drawing from our daily fieldwork with schools and systems around the world, our annual report explores the evolving landscape of K-12 education through a research driven, human centered lens.
The Future of Education Report 2025/26
IT'S TIME TO RAISE THE BAR.
Our latest report tackles the resilience crisis in K–12 education, along with declining focus and agency.
Drawing on global fieldwork and cognitive science, this edition offers actionable strategies to:
- Design brain friendly classrooms that strengthen focus and cognitive stamina
- Cultivate purpose, optimism and engagement through entrepreneurial thinking
- Equip students with agency, resilience and the skills to tackle real world challenges
Our annual report equips leaders and policymakers with research, data and field tested strategies to reimagine K–12 learning, anticipate change and accelerate innovation.
Discover Our Past Insights
Our previous editions remain a vital resource for education leaders seeking research backed strategies and actionable guidance:
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2024/2025
Middle Level Leadership
Focused on middle level leadership and data driven action, this edition provides school leaders with a blueprint for lasting change. Uncover proven strategies to build strong talent pipelines, retain key staff and leverage real time data for personalized learning, predictive insights and improved student outcomes.
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2023/2024
Measurable Goals
Centered on strategic planning and assessment transformation, this edition introduces Future Design School’s proprietary frameworks — the Cascading OKR Cycle for aligned, measurable goal setting and Journey Based Assessment (JBA) for capturing meaningful student growth and future ready skill development.
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SPECIAL EDITION
Portrait of a Graduate
Addressing the skills gap in education and employment, this edition guides leaders on embedding future ready competencies—like critical thinking, problem solving, and empathy—into K-12 learning and implementing personalized, learner led approaches that equip students for long-term success.
