Government policy on education Flashcards
What schools did the tripartite system consist of?
Grammar, technical and secondary modern schools.
What percentage of children with the best 11+ exam results went to grammar schools?
15%-20%
In what two ways has globalisation impacted education policy?
The privatisation and marketisation of education.
What is formula funding?
Where money is allocated per each enrolled student.
What is the aim of the business sponsorship of schools?
To use private business money and expertise to help schools compete in the education market.
What was set up in 1988 and helped increase equality?
The national curriculum.
In the 1990’s, what did the conservative government set up which compared schools?
League tables.
What act was introduced in 1988?
The education reform act (ERA).
What year was the comprehensive circular introduced?
1965.
When was the Butler act introduced?
1944.
