Big Business Backs New Studio Schools

Big Business Backs New Studio Schools The Parliamentary Information Office has been monitoring progress in Government policy relating to education, particularly relating to the plurality of our system and continues to report on changes as they occur... More

Big Business Backs New Studio Schools The Parliamentary Information Office has been monitoring progress in Government policy relating to education, particularly relating to the plurality of our system and continues to report on changes as they occur Education Secretary Michael Gove announced last week that he had approved the opening of 15 new Studio Schools – backed by big employers including Hilton Hotels, Michelin and Aston Villa Football Club. The new schools are due to open in 2013 and 2014. By September 2013 thirty Studio Schools are expected to be open. Studio Schools are set up with the backing of employers, and are a key part of the Government s drive to ensure the education system gives school leavers the skills that business needs to grow and prosper. They offer academic and vocational qualifications but teach them in a practical way. Study is combined with work placements with local and national employers involved in the school. Along with University Technical College Less