New Labour 1997-2010 Flashcards
(12 cards)
What was Education Action Zones?
They provided additional resources for deprived areas
Why were Education Action Zones introduced?
To reduce the inequality between the middle and working class.
What was the Curriculum Change?
More subject choices and hours per day of maths and reading.
Why was the Curriculum Change introduced?
To reduce the inequality in learning.
What is Aim Higher?
Funding to help to raise the aspirations of groups entering higher education
Why was Aim Higher introduced?
To encourage more people to attend higher education.
What is the Education Maintenance Allowance?
Payment to students from low income backgrounds for attending post 16 education.
Why was the Education Maintenance Allowance introduced?
To reduce inequality and help support those in lower income backgrounds.
What is Sure Start?
Free nursery education available children centres.
Why was Sire Start introduced?
It allows all children to receive an education from a young age.
What is Higher Education?
Tuition fees for university, which ment more place in universities.
Why was Higher Education introduced?
To reduce the funding gap and allow more people to go to university.
