Written question asked by Julian Brazier (Conservative) on Tuesday, 13 December 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 December 2016 (named day). It was answered by Nick Gibb (Conservative) on Monday, 19 December 2016 on behalf of the Department for Education.

Church Schools: Community Relations

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the effectiveness of Roman Catholic schools in contributing to social cohesion.

Answer: Catholic schools are popular and ethnically diverse. They make a positive contribution to our society and education system and are amongst the highest performing schools nationally We want more good schools and to more quality providers to establish them. Our consultation, Schools that Work for Everyone, is aimed at creating more good schools and improving social cohesion so that more young people have the chance to go as far as their talents will take them.

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