Private and state school pupils’ GCSE results are now the same, study finds Inequality still exists amongst the creative arts subjects, where privately educated pupils perform better The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2024
Pupils in poorest areas struggling most to access mental health support – report Researchers have called for sustainable and well-funded support for young people experiencing mental health issues. The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023
One in three of England’s university starters ‘may live at home’ this year Study shows cost of living influencing students’ choice, with fears of limiting effect on career options The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2023
One in five school leavers plans to live at home during university studies Young people who plan to stay home are more likely to be from families facing financial challenges amid the rising cost of living, report suggests. The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2023
‘It feels cynical’: how would Labour’s VAT policy affect private schools? Party and many economists back plan but niche schools such as Ysgol Gymraeg Llundain say they could struggle The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2023
Pupils in families using food banks during pandemic ‘received lower GCSE grades’ More than a third of young people in families using food banks were not eligible for free school meals, a report suggests. The Independent UK · May 24, 2023
‘Highly disturbing’ study finds mental health issues rising among young people A sample of almost 13,000 young people across England who were in Year 11 in 2021 also found differences in the mental health of different genders. The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022