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An introduction to the education system in England

An introduction to the education system in England. New Government.

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An introduction to the education system in England

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  1. An introduction to the education system in England

  2. New Government In May 2010 a new UK coalition government came into power, as a result of this the education system will be reformed. This presentation reflects the situation as it is currently, including some of the reforms already identified by the minister for education.

  3. Key Facts 8.3 million pupils 25,300 schools

  4. Phases

  5. Phases and Testing GCSE – General Certificate of Secondary Education AS – first year of Advanced Level course A2 – second/final year of Advanced Level

  6. The Foundation Stage Curriculum For children from birth to five years there are six areas of learning which all providers must address: Communication, language & Literacy Knowledge & Understanding of the World Physical Development Creative Development Personal, Social & Emotional Development Problem Solving, Reasoning & Numeracy

  7. The Curriculum The curriculum in England is about to undergo reform- the following is the curriculum as it stands in Autumn 2010. The government has made a commitment to give schools more control over the curriculum and will produce recommendations in 2012.

  8. The Curriculum CORE SUBJECTS English Mathematics Science

  9. The Curriculum Art Geography History Music Design and Technology Information and Communications Technology Physical Education Religious Education Sex and Relationship Education Careers Education Citizenship

  10. Curriculum 3: Key Stage 4 Students aged 14-16 Compulsory subjects, e.g. Mathematics Entitlement subjects, e.g. Modern Foreign Language ‘Options’ – examples: Business Studies Media Studies Dance Drama

  11. The English school landscape One of the most devolved systems in the world Focuses on standards and well being Rigorous strands of accountability Workforce remodelling Collaboration and competition Importance of leadership

  12. Key players Department for Education Schools and Governing Bodies Local Authorities

  13. Different types of school Community Schools funded through the Local Authorities Academies funded directly by the government Free Schools proposed by the government to be set up in response to parental request Private schools funded by private individuals organisations, or educational trusts See: www.dfe.gov.uk

  14. Freedom and control A head teacher and senior leaders have freedom to determine the ethos and practice of their schools … but also full responsibility for the quality of education experienced by the young people in their care.

  15. Freedom and control Schools are responsible for: learning and teaching appointment and management of all their staff the buildings and site including playing fields

  16. Freedom and control A headteacher is accountable to a Governing Body that represents parents, the community and often the Local Authority There are national standards for headteachers New headteachers must be accredited by the National Professional Qualification for Headship

  17. Every child matters be safe be healthy enjoy and achieve make a positive contribution to society (citizenship) economic well-being

  18. UK Education Agenda in 21st Century

  19. UK Education policy in 21st Century

  20. Future Education Policy from 2010 • The expansion of academies • The introduction of “free” schools set up by parents, universities, charities or other bodies • Curriculum review – the required curriculum will be reduced, giving schools more control • ?

  21. Some useful websites

  22. Each country of the UK has its own department for education Scotland www.scotland.gov.uk/topics/education Wales www.wales.gov.uk/topics/educationandskills Northern Ireland www.deni.gov.uk

  23. Observations from Pakistani visitors Very polite Timekeeping is important Talk about the weather a lot ! Acceptance and celebration of diversity Similar roles for men and women Bland and tasteless food

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