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New generation of top Olympians from comprehensive schools
…national heroes coming from comprehensive and other state schools. “But alumni of private schools are still over-represented among our medalists. Although some state schools have improved support for competitive sport…
Decline in student applicants follows fee increases finds independent commission
…the Sutton Trust. The Commission is extremely grateful to the UCAS for their cooperation in helping with the Commission’s work. The reports can be found on the Commission’s website at:www.independentcommissionfees.org.uk…
Over 150 comprehensive schools more socially exclusive than the average grammar
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School Funding and Pupil Premium 2024
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OBR Should Investigate Whether Student Loan System Provides Value for Money
…on fees completely. The Budget increases could see fees at some universities reaching £10,000 a year by 2020. New polling from ComRes commissioned for the report shows that significant numbers…