As kids across the UK head back to school, pedagogical policy discussion has been dominated by the question of grammar schools.
The policy to extend selection beyond its current pockets may not mark a full return to selection – education secretary Justine Greening seemed lukewarm at best answering questions in the House today – but the debate factored in social mobility, class, and privilege.
These are all factors in the mind of parents as they weigh up which school to send their children, 11-plus and other entrance exams – and money – allowing.
We’d like to hear from parents on how they made decisions about where to school their children. Was it hard to decide? What factors were in play, and what choices were available? Have you ever had cause to regret or feel guilty for your decision?
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