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Grammar Schools

Sarah Best

28th May 2018

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A study by UCL (Institute of Education) has found that students who attend a grammar school do not have a higher level of self-esteem as compared to students who attend a state school or academy.

The Conservative government are keen to increase the spending on grammar schools and have recently announced that an additional 50 million GBP will be available to support their growth.

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Sarah Best

Sarah is a passionate full-time Head of Sociology and Psychology and has worked in a variety in schools in the UK, and she is currently working in a British international school. She is keen to develop and boost the profile of both subjects.

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