Material Deprivation: Class Differences In Education

Question 1

How is poverty closely linked to educational underachievement?

Answer 1

• Barely a third of pupils eligable for free school meals achieve 5 or more gcses
• nearly 90% of ‘failing’ schools are located in deprived areas
• exclusion and truancy are more likely trom children from poorer families

Question 2

How does housing affect pupils achievement?

Answer 2

Overcrowding - less room for educational activities, disturbed sleep from sharing bed

This means development is impaired through lack of space for safe play and exploration

Indirect effects on childs health = more risk of accidents

• cold or damp housing = ill health
• temporary housing = psychological distress