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Framework guides, policy insights, evidence guidance, and thought leadership — for education professionals working with PDAM.
Introduction to the PDAM Framework
A comprehensive overview of the Personal Development Assessment Model — its origins, structure, and application in alternative provision settings.
Read moreProducing Statutory-Quality EHCP Evidence
A practical guide to using PDAM to produce tangible evidence against SEMH and C&I EHCP outcomes — ready for annual reviews and Ofsted.
Read morePDAM and the SEND Code of Practice
How the PDAM framework aligns with the graduated approach and statutory requirements of the SEND Code of Practice 2015.
Read moreUsing PDAM Data for Leadership Decision-Making
How school leaders and commissioners can use PDAM's reporting engine to drive data-informed decisions about provision and resource allocation.
Read moreThe Five PDAM Domains Explained
A detailed breakdown of each of the five personal development domains — with developmental indicators, competency descriptors, and EHCP alignment.
Read moreOfsted's Personal Development Judgement and PDAM
How PDAM evidence maps to Ofsted's personal development judgement — and what inspectors are looking for in alternative provision settings.
Read morePDAM Framework Summary (PDF)
A downloadable one-page summary of the PDAM framework — suitable for sharing with governors, commissioners, and multi-agency partners.
Download (email required)Commissioning PDAM: A Guide for Local Authorities
A practical guide for local authority commissioners exploring how PDAM can support oversight, accountability, and quality assurance across provision.
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