They Behave For Me Episode 20: What can schools to do combat societal disadvantage?
Apr 26, 2024
Join the lively discussion about the under-representation of pupil premium students in top schools. Discover the challenges of rural education versus urban systems, and how geography impacts school admissions. Listen to personal anecdotes that add humor while addressing serious issues like social mobility and educational equity. The conversation also highlights innovative initiatives from the Sutton Trust aimed at supporting disadvantaged students and fostering better access to quality education.
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School Improvement and Pupil Premium
- Adam Boxer's school increased student numbers after improving its reputation, leading to a decrease in Pupil Premium students.
- This was because middle-class families were drawn to the improving school, effectively pricing out lower-income families.
Social Selection in Admissions
- Top-performing schools often have lower rates of free school meal students than both the national and local averages.
- This suggests social selection within admissions, influenced by factors like house prices and hidden school costs.
Pupil Premium in Jewish Schools
- Adam Boxer discusses how attending Jewish schools, both as a student and teacher, has given him insight into pupil premium disparities.
- He notes that Jewish schools often have lower pupil premium rates than local averages due to the demographic they select from.