Measuring the quality of co-production (SEND co-production)

Measuring the quality of co-production (SEND co-production)

See how we measure the quality of co-production within projects and initiatives.

This tool has been co-produced by service staff, parents, carers and young people from Voices United.

  • it is for use by all participants in a project to help measure the quality of co-production they have experienced, this is to enable discussion throughout the project and improvement overall, it also means that different viewpoints can be included
  • some project groups might choose not to use the tool directly, but all project groups should have a stated method for measuring co-production
  • once the project is complete, the Project Lead can score and evidence the quality of co-production on the tool - this should then be shared with participants for discussion
  • there are simple scoring statements above each ‘Cornerstone’ table, a more detailed scoring framework can be found after the tables in the tool
  • below are some measures and indicators of good co-production, these measures support the co-production quality tool and help assess how effective co-production has been and its impact on the service

Co-production quality tool: Co-production Quality Tool Worcestershire LAP (PDF)

What good looks like

Welcome and care

Measured and indicated by:

  • lived experiences are heard, valued and respected
  • environments feel emotionally and physically safe and secure for all participants
  • expectations are communicated early and with clarity
  • projects begin with an open mind

Value and include

Measured and indicated by:

  • inclusive methods are used so everyone can take part
  • recognition and appreciation of everyone’s involvement
  • creative and flexible
  • developing skills and confidence

Communicate

Measured and indicated by:

  • communication is inclusive
  • communication is accessible
  • feedback mechanisms are actively used e.g. you said, we did
    mutual understanding

Work in partnership

Measured and indicated by:

  • decisions are made collectively
  • reasonable notice is provided for all commitments
  • support, learning and training
  • accountability 

 

See the full document here: Co-production Measures and Indicators (PDF)

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