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New Inquiry Aims to Address Struggles of White Working-Class Students

7/23/2025

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A new inquiry is set to tackle the educational struggles faced by white, working-class children, led by a board featuring former education secretary Baroness Nicky Morgan and school standards adviser Sir Kevan Collins. Commissioned by Star Academies, this initiative aims to uncover challenges and propose reforms, with findings expected next year.

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A new inquiry is set to tackle the educational struggles faced by white, working-class children, led by a board featuring former education secretary Baroness Nicky Morgan and school standards adviser Sir Kevan Collins. Commissioned by Star Academies, this initiative aims to uncover challenges and propose reforms, with findings expected next year.