New research examines the impact of Covid-19 on access to the workplace. Almost half of current undergraduates (46%) believe the pandemic has had a negative effect on their chances of…
Unexpected diversion: coronavirus’ impact on prospective and current university students
…current crisis, especially considering the negative impacts that the new system may have on the grades of disadvantaged young people. The Sutton Trust has frequently championed contextual admissions, and believes…
Response to Ofqual consultation on awarding grades
…these objectives. We are in broad agreement on this issue with the responses submitted to this consultation by Impetus and the Social Mobility Commission. There are two key issues set…
The home learning environment has never been more important
…support parents over the coming weeks. To their credit, many commercial companies have made their resources freely available. But the sheer volume available means it can be difficult to know…
New cabinet shows that access to top jobs still unequal
…benefits cut across class divides. Boris Johnson has already made positive noises about doing so. His manifesto committed to “levelling up” opportunities across the country, a euphemism for social mobility….
Fairer school admissions – could you be the change?
…leaders can’t change, updates to their admissions policies, no matter how small, can have a positive impact on the young people we serve. Let’s be honest though, changing admissions policies…