Assessment Model

Over a rigorous process, applicants are assessed against eight criteria, developed with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, that reflect the hallmarks of effective practice.

The criteria that STARS is interested in are:
  1. Delivery and impact of programmes that improve the lives of disadvantaged children
  2. Governance and accountability to stakeholders
  3. Effective finance and administration
  4. Use of technology
  5. Innovation and flexibility
  6. Networking and collaboration with other organisations
  7. Human resource management
  8. Inclusion and access

Application Deadlines