Private schools
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- Created on: 26-11-21 12:36
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- Private Schools
- Examples
- Range from internationally renowned public schools like Eton with extremely high fees to small local private schools eg Beech Hall in Macclesfield.
- Cons
- Cost
- People are able to buy privilege for their children at the expense of all children, thus increasing social inequality in UK.
- The existence of Private schools is seen by some sociologists as a way of passing on privilege
- New Right oppose this view as they view private schools as an important aspect of choice and parentocracy in our society.
- Features
- Some of the schools have very high examination results
- Wealthy parents might also choose private schools because of their comparative social exclusivity.
- Private education in the UK refers to schools that are not funded by the government but instead charge a fee to the parents.
- Pros
- Good resources
- Small class sizes
- Exam results are good
- Enhanced Opportunities
- Increases an individual’s likelihood of attending a top University
- Examples
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