Evaluation Frameworks

Build a clear, funder‑ready way to measure what matters

We design practical evaluation frameworks that make monitoring effortless and reporting consistent. From Theory of Change to indicators, data collection tools, sampling plans and reporting templates, everything is tailored to your programme, capacity and funder requirements (NLHF, Arts Council England, DEFRA, Sport Scotland and more).

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What you get

  • Theory of Change or Logic Model with clear outcomes and assumptions.
  • Indicator matrix with operational definitions, baselines and targets.
  • Data collection plan (methods, sampling, frequency, roles, ethics & GDPR).
  • Toolkit: survey instruments, interview/focus group guides, observation sheets.
  • Dashboard/monitoring templates and reporting calendars.
  • Data management & quality assurance procedures (ISO‑aligned).
  • Accessibility and inclusion guidance for equitable participation.

Designed for real‑world delivery

  • Co‑design workshops with staff & partners
  • Right‑sized tools, minimal burden
  • Funder‑aligned (NLHF, ACE, DEFRA)
  • Clear KPIs & outcome chains
  • Mixed‑methods friendly
  • Ready‑to‑use templates
  • Training & handover session

Citywide Culture Programme

Evaluation Framework & Monitoring Toolkit

We created a funder‑aligned framework spanning participation, inclusion, skills, economic contribution and wellbeing. Co‑design workshops produced a Theory of Change, a measurable indicator set and a light‑touch toolkit used by 30+ delivery partners. Quarterly dashboards fed a learning loop that improved commissioning and reporting.

Highlights

  • End‑to‑end logic model with outcome chains & risk/assumption mapping.
  • Reusable survey & interview packs, plus consent and privacy templates.
  • Co‑designed indicators to reflect local priorities and funder outcomes.
  • Simple data entry sheets feeding an auto‑summary dashboard.
  • Team training & handover so the framework lives beyond the project.

Clarity & alignment

Everyone understands outcomes, indicators and roles from day one.

Reporting made easy

Consistent, comparable data for internal learning and external funders.

Right‑sized & inclusive

Tools match capacity and include accessible, ethical practice.

Quality assured

ISO‑aligned processes, GDPR compliance and weekly QA reviews.

Future‑proofed

Built for scaling, replication and longitudinal insight.

Better decisions

Dashboards turn activity into evidence for strategy and funding.

Implementation options

  • Framework in 4–6 weeks (co‑design sprints + toolkit build)
  • Audit & refresh of an existing framework
  • Partner onboarding and light training
  • Dashboards in Google Sheets or your BI tool
  • Ongoing critical‑friend support (quarterly)

Want a framework your team will actually use?

We’ll co‑design a clear, funder‑ready evaluation framework and hand over a toolkit you can run with.

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