Written question asked by John Hayes (Conservative) on Tuesday, 22 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 2 September 2025 (named day). It was answered by Catherine McKinnell (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 September 2025 on behalf of the Department for Education.
William Shakespeare: Secondary Education
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the level of teaching of the works of William Shakespeare in secondary schools in England.
- Answer
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The national curriculum for English aims to ensure an appreciate of our rich and varied literary heritage. It encourages pupils to read a range of books, poems, and plays to foster the development of a lifelong love of literature.
Maintained schools must follow the English programmes of study, and once passed, the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill will extend this requirement to academies.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 69746
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Secondary education Shakespeare, William
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- 2025-09-06 00:18:56 +0100
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