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What is the national curriculum and why is it being reviewed?

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The national curriculum is a set of subjects and standards used by primary and secondary schools, so children learn the same things.    We’ve announced that we’ll be holding an independent review to refresh the curriculum and make sure it meets …

Free schools – how we are creating 12,000 new school places in disadvantaged areas

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We want every child to have access to a great education on their doorstep. That is why we are creating 15 new free schools in the most disadvantaged areas of the country, creating 12,000 additional school places for young people. …

Claims that having academy status makes schools less likely to be rated good or outstanding are misleading – here’s why

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  We’re aware of claims that suggest that schools with academy status are less likely to get good or outstanding Ofsted ratings than their council run counterparts. These claims are misleading – and here’s why.