Francis Gilbert: The pupil premium could be very unfair without a decent admissions policy
There's a real worry that giving extra money for poor pupils could lead to even more fragmentation if the admissions' policies for schools remain unfair. Selective schools could aim to grab the clever poor pupils, leaving non-selective schools with the less able pupils. Without a balanced intake, these schools will suffer even more than they do at the moment. The ... read more and comment →
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Latest comment by Trish Chester: "Pupil premium: Another coalition policy which looks good on the outside but on closer delving is suspect and devisive. Parental choice is a myth. All admission policies are flawed in rural communitiies with one high school within reach and poor city communities ......"
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