

What's Labour's massive education bill going to change?
7 snips Jan 17, 2025
In this engaging conversation, John Dickens, the Editor of Schools Week and a seasoned expert in education policy, sheds light on Labour's ambitious education bill. He discusses its potential to reshape school frameworks while balancing the importance of child wellbeing with educational standards. The conversation dives into the complexities of school governance, the shifting control of new school establishments back to local authorities, and the nuances of teacher pay across varying educational contexts. Dickens also emphasizes the challenges rural schools face in this evolving landscape.
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Boxer's Speaking Pace
- Adam Boxer shares a funny story about a school visit.
- A teacher, unaware of Boxer's presence, commented that he "talks way too fast."
Political Maneuvering
- The Conservative Party added an amendment to Labour's education bill regarding child sexual exploitation.
- This amendment was seen as a political maneuver to criticize Labour's stance on child safeguarding.
National Curriculum Mandate
- Academies will be required to follow the national curriculum.
- This change aims to bring academies and local authority schools closer in curriculum alignment.