In two minds about the new grammars

Article Abstract:

There are very mixed views about the recent recommendation from the government's policy unit about the creation of privately financed state grammar schools. Some observers point out that there is strong demand for grammar school education, and believe that any move to expand parental choice should be viewed positively. However, others feel that demand will be determined by the availability of other educational options locally, and point out that the costs involved in setting up such schools would be very high.

Planning, Public schools, School, Choice of, School choice

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Primary cause of failure?

Article Abstract:

There has recently been a backlash against progressive teaching methods in primary education in the UK, especially with growing concern about standards of numeracy and literacy. Group learning places a large burden of responsibility on individual children, and this may be the reason for the wide variations in achievement seen in primary schools, according to some experts. Various ways of increasing standards are now being considered.

Standards, Education, Primary, Primary education, Progressive education

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Parlez-vous Francais? Er, no, I'm British

Article Abstract:

The Socrates-Erasmus Programme, under which students can undertake part of their degree studies at another European university, is attracting fewer and fewer British students. In contrast, many European students still come to the UK. British students may be deterred by barriers such as lack of income while studying abroad.

Social aspects, Foreign study

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