“The gap in attainment in (this) country between disadvantaged children and the rest is greater than in most other countries ... these shortfalls are caused not only by educational factors but also the socio-economic and often domestic circumstances in which children and their families find themselves living.”
Dr John Dunford, the National Pupil Premium Champion, speaking to SecEd earlier this month (The Premium Champion, SecEd 357, September 12, 2013).
As education professionals, we find ourselves in incredibly challenging times. The recession has hit our nation hard and government cuts have hit schools, families and children even harder. The Children’s Society says that economic policy and cuts to public services will push 600,000 more children into poverty by 2015.
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