The new government is giving parents the right to set up “Free Schools”. Free Schools are independent state schools run by teachers not bureaucrats or politicians and accountable to parents.
Being independent from governmental and bureaucratic control could result in an entirely different emphasis. Provided a high standard of academic results is maintained, and subject to meeting defined admissions rules, a free school could largely determine its own curriculum and priorities.
It really could look quite different, for example: there might be no requirement for uniform; there could be an emphasis placed upon high standards of discipline or spiritual development. There could be a far more vital social element, with families centred around the school. A free schools might major in particular subjects or even operate outside normal school hours and holidays.
Should Louth have a free school? What would you like the perfect school to offer?
Would you be involved if a “Free School for Louth” group were to be formed?
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Free School For Louth?
The new government is giving parents the right to set up “Free Schools”. Free Schools are independent state schools run by teachers not bureaucrats or politicians and accountable to parents.
Being independent from governmental and bureaucratic control could result in an entirely different emphasis. Provided a high standard of academic results is maintained, and subject to meeting defined admissions rules, a free school could largely determine its own curriculum and priorities.
It really could look quite different, for example: there might be no requirement for uniform; there could be an emphasis placed upon high standards of discipline or spiritual development. There could be a far more vital social element, with families centred around the school. A free schools might major in particular subjects or even operate outside normal school hours and holidays.
Should Louth have a free school? What would you like the perfect school to offer?
Would you be involved if a “Free School for Louth” group were to be formed?
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