The Schools Bill: Academies, Homeschooling & School Shaming (Warwick Mansell & Naomi Fisher)
Rethinking Education
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Rethinking Education: Policies and Wellbeing
This chapter critically examines educational policies surrounding academies and grammar schools, focusing on the implications of the Schools Bill and its modest proposals. A clinical psychologist shares her experiences with homeschooling and transitioning to democratic schooling, addressing the disconnect between mental health care and education. The discussion underscores the need for reform in school systems to better meet the diverse needs and wellbeing of children, amid rising concerns over standardized testing and behavioral management policies.
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