Francis Gilbert: Will the review of cultural education lead to a widening of the E-Bacc?
It's the last day to provide evidence for the government's review of cultural education conducted by Darren Henley, but there's a general feeling in the profession that even if Henley recommends a broader and more balanced curriculum, his recommendations will be ignored. The government seems determined not to widen the English Baccalaureate, despite the consequences this is already having in ... read more and comment →
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Latest comment by Sophie Leach: "The I-Bacc is successful for the very reason it is both rigorous and encourages a broad and balanced curriculum. The E-Bac, with it's focus on a very prescriptive set of subjects at such a young age (14-16), will not provide ......"
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