Waterside Academy regularly evaluates the quality and impact of its careers programme. Evidence used may include:

• Pupil voice
• Parent/carer feedback
• Employer and provider feedback
• Records of careers activities and encounters
• Work experience participation and reflection
• Individual careers guidance records and agreed actions
• Gatsby Benchmark / Compass evaluation
• Destination data
• NEET information
• College, apprenticeship and training applications
• Staff feedback

Evaluation is used to identify strengths, gaps and priorities for improvement. The Careers Leader reports on progress to senior leaders and the governing body.