Adhering to the philosophy of comprehensive school improvement, the QSIP team comprises a critical mass of experienced School Development Officers (SDOs) with rich knowledge and professional expertise in various Key Learning Areas (KLAs) and aspects of the education field.

The SDOs of QSIP are former professional officers and teacher trainers of the Education Bureau and teacher education institutions, experienced frontline practitioners including principals, middle-level leaders and proficient teachers of different KLAs, or experts in the education sector and other areas, which complements theory and practice.

The critical mass works together with schools to enhance school management, strengthen professional capacity, and develop a culture conductive to sustainable development.