Material Deprivation Theories - Housing Flashcards
What is the direct effect of poor housing on education?
- overcrowding
- lack of space
- temporary accommodation
How does overcrowding effect children’s education?
makes it harder for the child to study e.g. no where to do homework and means disturbed sleep from sharing beds or bedrooms and less room for educational activities
How does lack of space effect children’s education?
development can be impaired through a lack of space for safe play and exploration
How does temporary accommodation effect children’s education?
may have to move frequently resulting in constant changes in schools resulting in disruption to education
What are the indirect effects of poor housing on education?
- overcrowding
- health risks
- mental health
How does overcrowding indirectly effect children’s education?
run a greater risk of accidents
How does health risks indirectly effect children’s education?
cold or damp housings can cause the child to be ill resulting in absences from school
How does the child’s mental health from poor housing effect the child’s education?
families in temporary accommodation suffer more psychological issues resulting in absences from school
