…comprehensives – are effectively closed to those from non-privileged backgrounds. We should open up independent day schools to children from all backgrounds on the basis of merit; ensure our grammar…
Sutton Trust response to Education Select Committee Careers Education report
Responding to the publication of the Education Select Committee report on Careers Education, Nick Harrison, Chief Executive of the Sutton Trust, said: “High quality careers advice and guidance is crucial…
Not so comprehensive schools?
…The headline remains the same – if you qualify for Free School Meals you are less likely than your advantaged peers to attend a top performing comprehensive even if there…
Sutton Trust response to 10 Year Health Plan’s workforce commitments
…young people from working class backgrounds, and build a more diverse pipeline of talent from all parts of society. Patients will also benefit from having doctors who reflect the communities…
Unpaid internships undermine social mobility
…to access these opportunities in comparison to their wealthier peers. People from better off backgrounds are more able to rely on family and friends for support with living costs in…
Disadvantaged three- and four-year-olds ‘locked out’ of crucial early years opportunities
…but this only comes into effect if either or both parent earns over £100,000, meaning two parents could have a combined income of £199,998 and still be eligible. As a…