ABSTRACT

This accessible book provides a basic understanding of the structure and organization of education in the United Kingdom in a time of rapid change and devolved government. It is designed as an introductory guide and reference work for all with an interest in education, including trainee and newly qualified teachers, university lecturers, school-based mentors, and governors and managers.

It contains an accessible summary of key issues and contributions from some of the best-known writers in the field.

part I|52 pages

School Structures and Organisation

chapter 1|13 pages

England

chapter 2|13 pages

Northern Ireland

chapter 3|11 pages

Scotland

chapter 4|13 pages

Wales

part II|68 pages

Curriculum, Assessment and Inspection

chapter 5|14 pages

Early Years Education

chapter 6|13 pages

Primary Schools

chapter 8|11 pages

Further Education

chapter 9|14 pages

Special Educational Needs

part III|46 pages

Denominational and Independent School Provision

chapter 10|12 pages

Church of England Schools

chapter 11|11 pages

Roman Catholic Schools

chapter 13|9 pages

Independent Schools

part IV|40 pages

University Education and Initial Teacher Training

part V|35 pages

Continuing Professional Development and Educational Research

chapter 17|16 pages

Continuing Professional Development

chapter 18|17 pages

Education and Research