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What is one role of schools in society?

Transmission of norms and values.

How do schools prepare young people for the workforce?

By providing an economic role.

What is the selective role of schools?

To sort students into the most suitable jobs.

What is one way schools contribute to socialization?

By teaching students how to become effective citizens.

How do schools create a sense of togetherness?

Through social control via rewards and sanctions.

What is a formal or academic curriculum?

A structured set of subjects that are taught within an educational qualification.

What is an example of an academic subject taught in a qualification?

Maths GCSE

What is an example of a vocational subject taught in a qualification?

ICT Level 3 Diploma

What is an example of an A level subject?

English Language A level

What is the purpose of the 11+ exam in the tripartite system?

It leads to entry into grammar schools.

What type of students attend grammar schools in the tripartite system?

Academically able students.

What qualifications do students in grammar schools pursue?

O levels (now GCSE) and then university.

What is the focus of Secondary Modern schools?

They cater to less academically able students with a focus on vocational education.

What type of courses do technical colleges offer?

Purely vocational courses.

What significant legislation established the tripartite system in the UK?

The Education Act 1944.

What are Comprehensive Schools designed to promote?

Equality in education for everyone

What type of schools are Comprehensive Schools?

'Normal' schools that provide the same education for all students

Do Comprehensive Schools require entrance exams?

No, they are free to enter without any entrance exams

Who can attend Comprehensive Schools?

Students from the local catchment area regardless of social class, financial status, and academic status

What year was marketisation introduced in education?

1988

What is one benefit of marketisation for parents?

More choice for parents

What effect did marketisation have on competition between schools?

Led to more competition between schools to drive up standards

What do league tables show?

Statistics on how a school performs compared to its local area and the national average

What change did marketisation bring regarding catchment areas?

No catchment areas

Which political party introduced marketisation?

The Conservatives

Formula funding

Every student has money attached from the government so more students more money

What does Ofsted stand for?

Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills

What is the purpose of Ofsted's inspection framework?

To judge the quality of schools

What three aspects does Ofsted evaluate during inspections?

Quality of teaching, safeguarding, and exam results