The Budget Preview -Around 140 new free schools will be funded

The transcript discusses the evolution of education systems under various governments, focusing on free schools and their autonomy in budget management. It highlights the potential reintroduction of grammar schools and the debate surrounding them. The financial challenges faced by schools, including budget cuts and the need for additional funding, are also addressed. The government's response to these issues and the concerns of educators are explored.

What is a key feature of free schools like the London Enterprise Academy?

• They are only available in rural areas.

• They have the freedom to manage their own budgets.

• They are funded by private donations.

• They are tied to local authorities.

What change is being considered for free schools in England?

• Converting them into comprehensive schools.

• Allowing them to become grammar schools.

• Closing them down due to funding issues.

• Merging them with independent schools.

What is a concern raised by opponents of the 11 plus selection system?

• It increases educational opportunities for all children.

• It may lead to increased inequality.

• It is too expensive to implement.

• It is not supported by the government.

What financial issue is highlighted in the final section regarding schools in England?

• Funding is being cut for private schools only.

• Overheads are decreasing.

• Many schools are running deficit budgets.

• Schools have surplus budgets.

What is the government's response to the financial challenges faced by schools?

• Increasing taxes to fund schools.

• Changing the funding formula to help struggling schools.

• Reducing teacher salaries.

• Closing underperforming schools.