…the computer games. The results showed that the maths part of the project had a positive impact on pupils’ numeracy skills, with their achievement improving by three months, but there…
The House of Commons will stay posh until we bring back grammar schools
…stay pretty posh after the next election. A new survey has shown that 31 per cent of prospective parliamentary candidates in winnable seats were privately educated compared to seven per…
Aspiration must be more than a bolt on
…true educator should wish them to come forward and take their places at the very best institutions of learning. But for them to be admitted, they have to come forward,…
Competitive Edge
…aren’t, be heartened by the fact there is other support out there from other charities and the universities themselves (see accessprofessions.com for some great alternative opportunities). The downside of competition…
Transport Select Committee hearing on school transport
The Sutton Trust gave evidence to the House of Commons’ Transport Select Committee on home to school transport. Tessa Stone, the Trust’s Director, told the all-party committee of MPs that…
Call for cross party commission to increase social mobility in the UK
…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…