Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Lord Dearing (Crossbench). It was answered by Lord Adonis (Labour) on Thursday, 15 November 2007.
Higher Education
- Question
- What plans they have to address the particular educational needs of children born in August who are at present substantially less likely to enter higher education than those born in September.
- Answer
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My Lords, the recent research by the Institute for Fiscal Studies which we have commissioned on this issue shows that August-born children perform less well in schools than those born later in the school year. We are examining its recommendations and will report back shortly.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 696 c575
- Session
- 2007-08
- Oral question type
- Lead
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Lords chamber
- Subjects
- Age Pupils Standards Schools
- Link
- View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk
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