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katex · 13-12-2007, 17:45

I'm still of the opinion that the demise of the Grammar Schools hasn't helped the situation. OK, the 11+ wasn't perfect, but it did allow children from less income homes to attend this type of school, which nobody can deny, were the best type of education for pupils more academically gifted, no matter what type of background.

Yes, of course, reading to a child, talking to them, etc., does help tremendously, but they have got to have an inroad from the schools to follow this through.

I was lucky enough (at the time) to be able to afford to send my son to an independent Grammar School by prioritizing my income, and the best thing I ever did in my life. There was not one day when he grumbled about going to school. Not just the education, but the discipline, facilities, surroundings and teaching they provide. They are only carrying on what the state Grammar Schools provided. Even, the government grants have now been stopped to these schools .. shame.

13-12-2007, 17:45	#14
katex Resting in Peace Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Clayton-le-Moors Posts: 10,551 Blog Entries: 3 Liked: 16 times Rep Power: 11258	Re: Intelligent children from poor backgrounds fall behind........ I'm still of the opinion that the demise of the Grammar Schools hasn't helped the situation. OK, the 11+ wasn't perfect, but it did allow children from less income homes to attend this type of school, which nobody can deny, were the best type of education for pupils more academically gifted, no matter what type of background. Yes, of course, reading to a child, talking to them, etc., does help tremendously, but they have got to have an inroad from the schools to follow this through. I was lucky enough (at the time) to be able to afford to send my son to an independent Grammar School by prioritizing my income, and the best thing I ever did in my life. There was not one day when he grumbled about going to school. Not just the education, but the discipline, facilities, surroundings and teaching they provide. They are only carrying on what the state Grammar Schools provided. Even, the government grants have now been stopped to these schools .. shame.