Education
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The rise of international franchises for British public schools
Under The Radar Schools are opening outposts across Asia but they have angered human rights activists
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Are too many students going to university this year?
Today's Big Question Clearing is a 'buyer's market' for those who missed their grades or are looking to 'upgrade'
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Education, education, education: a history of Labour's schools policies
The Explainer Party has often backed comprehensive education but critics say it is driven by the 'politics of envy'
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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VAT on private schools: a spiteful policy?
Talking Point Labour accused of 'politics of envy' but some see policy as a moderate 'compromise'
By The Week UK Published
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The top 20 universities in the UK
In Depth Cambridge and Oxford retain top spots but overall picture is one of decline as international students stay away
By The Week UK Last updated
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Why are professors trying to escape their jobs?
Under the Radar The Facebook group that offers a look inside the crisis in higher education
By David Faris Published
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Is sex education under threat?
Talking Point New sex education guidance a 'drastic over-reaction' say critics
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Why can't Ofsted stop rise in 'illegal schools'?
Today's Big Question Worrying rise in alternative education providers where teachers require neither qualifications nor criminal record checks
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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How technology helps and harms endangered languages
Under the radar Languages are disappearing at fastest rate in history, accelerated by digital dominance of English
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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The push for media literacy in education amid the rise of AI
In the Spotlight A pair of congresspeople have introduced an act to mandate media literacy in schools
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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A Very Private School: a 'moving, if sadly familiar' story from Charles Spencer
The Week Recommends Memoir of the privately educated boarder makes for 'horrific reading'
By The Week UK Published
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Pros and cons of boarding schools
Pros and Cons Britain's boarding schools are steeped in history and tradition but are under increasing scrutiny
By The Week UK Published
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What will happen if VAT is added to school fees?
The Explainer Rumours that a Labour government will carry out its threat to charge VAT on school fees continue to grow
By Sophie Pender-Cudlip Published
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The Week Independent Schools Guide, Spring/Summer 2024
In Depth Our experts choose the best of the best in a prep school special
By Amanda Constance Published
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