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New grammar school paves way for selective education
The government has approved plans to expand Weald of Kent grammar school on another site despite a ban on opening new grammar schools, prompting claims that they are signaling a return to selective education.
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Should parents listen to schools when it comes to tutors?
Schools are advising parents to stay away from tutors for entrance exams - why are schools giving this advice and is it the right thing for parents?
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Parents Flout School Guidelines and Hire Tutors for 11+
Despite pleas from Birmingham grammar schools for parents not to coach their children for the 11+, a poll have revealed that over 60% of parents have hired tutors for 11+ help.
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Tutors can help with 'soft skills'
With more parents asking for tutors with confidence and a sense of humour, the private tuition industry is becoming about boosting 'soft skills' as well as grades.
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Ofsted challenges government academic policy
Ofsted chief Michael Wilshaw has raised concerns that the Ebacc leaves little room for vocational subjects.
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Tutors Help with Subject Choices
Tutors aren't just there to help with one subject - they can give good advice about A level and University subject choices too.
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Poor Children in Wales fall Significantly Behind in Literacy
Campaign groups have raised concerns that welsh children from poor backgrounds leave primary school unable to read well.
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Children from ethic minority backgrounds twice as likely to have private tutors
Research has shown that students from ethnic minority backgrounds are far more likely to have private tutors than white students. What does this tell us about our education system?
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New university rankings have mixed results for British universities.
League tables reduce emphasis on medical science, shaking up rankings of British universities.
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