They Behave For Me Episode 16: What are parents saying about attendance?
Mar 8, 2024
Discussion on financial education, importance of attendance, disparity in student absences, and challenges faced by schools. Exploring the impact of fines on attendance, contrasting views on school penalties, and the need for innovative solutions in education sector.
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Martin Lewis Funds Textbook
- Martin Lewis funded a financial literacy textbook for schools after the government declined.
- This raises questions about the government's commitment to financial education.
Pay and Strike Ballot
- Teachers' unions are pushing for double-digit pay raises, while the government proposes a maximum of 2%.
- Both Adam and Amy express feelings of defeat and lack of motivation for further strike action.
Increased Fines for Absences
- The UK government is increasing fines for school absences to address poor attendance.
- This includes stricter rules about absences for protests and increased data sharing between schools and the government.