This document discusses using evidence to evaluate quality and equity in education. It presents examples of evidence that could be used and questions about how key players might interpret and apply the data. It then outlines challenges around generating demand for evidence among decision-makers and ensuring its proper use in policymaking, governance, and school management. Specifically, it addresses how to determine relevant evidence needs, interpret data through research, communicate findings clearly, and avoid potential traps like over-reliance on metrics or ignoring complex realities.