…they would complete the year, compared to a slightly lower proportion (6%) of middle-class students. While the Westminster government has recently announced £70 million in funds for student hardship, the…
White noise
…available. I suspect it will need a powerful combination of these to help crack one of education’s most enduring problems. Comments Dylan Wiliam, Institute of Education, University of London |…
Inequality in the UK: what do young people think?
…for older generations (57% compared to 47% more widely). Similarly, 75% say coming from a wealthy family is important for getting ahead in life (compared to just 68% saying the…
Maintained nurseries: ‘The jewel in the social mobility crown’
…outside play-space. The area has obviously changed over time, but the school, in sight of the new landmarks of the city’s financial centre, continues to serve a diverse community. We…
Giving pupils a sporting chance
…latter language as parents when talking to our own offspring. The truth is that it does little to inspire future development. Grouping by ability in schools meanwhile is often delivered…
2019 in review: James Turner looks back at his first year as Sutton Trust CEO
Everything changes, but nothing changes – that’s my overall reflection having come back to the Sutton Trust after four years away and completing my first year as CEO. Some of…