Our work: Research and Evaluation
Our approach
Information is everything. You need to know how well things are working and why? What has changed and by how much? What are the key issues and challenges in our market? Where do we go from here?
KSA builds a unique and tailored approach for you, helping you focus exactly on what matters most in converting your ideas into action. We will work with you in an open and transparent way that builds ownership of the results by those involved.
Our research and evaluation services include:
Strategy and policy reviews
Market research
Needs assessments
Feasibility and scoping studies
Mapping exercises.
Stakeholder surveys.
Programme and project evaluations.
The research we do is carried out in accordance with The Market Research Society Code of Practice and Data Protection Act.
Case Study: NEET group research
KSA carried out research and evaluation of the NEET group in the North East of England. This involved collation of policy and research into causes and characteristics of the NEET group, examples of effective strategies, analysis of high risk incators indentification of future policy issues and advice on dissemination.The findings were presented at a major regional conference.

Recent projects:
- ONE North East - Graduates and North East Study
- North Tyneside Learning Partnership - 14-19 Service Evaluation
- Skills North East - NEET Group Research
Client feedback:
"The work you have done in steering the Newcastle 14-19 self evaluation has been first class. You've helped us achieve a clear understanding of where we are and we have consequently been able to prepare a document in which we can have a great deal of confidence."
Seth Pearson, Newcastle Learning Partnership Co-ordinator



