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Butler's Education Act
Butler's Education Act seeks to encourage the %u201Cspiritual, moral, mental and physical development of the community%u201D. Three stages of education are established: primary, secondary and further education. Selection is determined by an exam taken at the age of 11 (11 Plus). Free and compulsory education to the age of 15 for all. Free education to the age of 18 for all who wanted it. -
Introduction of O-level and A-level
General Certificate of Education (GCE) O-levels and A-levels are introduced. GCE is a secondary level academic qualification introduced in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Introduction of O-levels and A-levels are intended to offer more subjects to students. O-level (ordinary) for students up to 16 years in age. A-level (advanced) for 18 year olds. -
Introduction of CSE
Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) introduced for less academically able students who are not capable of taking the O-level exams. -
Plowden Report
Looked at Primary Education in England. Put the child at the centre of learning. Conveyed the idea that every child is an individual and develop at their own rate in three areas: physical; intellectual; emotional. -
School leaving age raised to 16.
Finally... The School leaving age of 16 years old was first proposed 28 years earlier in the 1944 Butler's Education Act. -
Sex Discrimination Act
Act passed to protect men and women from discrimination on the grounds of gender. -
The Race Relations Act
Act passed to prevent discrimination on the grounds of race, colour and nationality. -
1985 Swann Report
Also called %u2018Education for All%u2019 report. Called for a multi-cultural education system for all students. -
Introduction of GCSEs
The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) replaces O-levels and CSEs. This national qualification brings about new methods of assessing (e.g. coursework). Emphasis placed on application of knowledge, not just memorisation of facts. -
Education Reform Act
Introduction of National Curriculum declaring that core subjects (English Maths and Science) must be taught from age 5-16. This was to provide opportunities for all pupils to learn, achieve and prepare them for experiences in life. Introduction of National Testing (SATs) at ages 5, 7 and 11 in the core subjects. This was to measure the effectiveness of schools. Introduction of League tables and publishing school examination results. -
Start Primary School
Thoroughly enjoyed primary school. My memories include participating at sports day, tuck shop after school, arguing with mates to be the one to ring the school bell, taking the register back to reception to get out of class for 5 mins and ALWAYS going up for seconds during lunchtime. -
Establishment of OFSTED
OFSTED (Office for Standards in Education) was established as a schools inspection body to monitor and report on quality of teaching in schools. This included school inspections and research into wider issues such as equality, teaching and learning in specific subjects. -
Disability Discrimination Act
Act passed to protect people with disabilities from discrimination. -
GNVQs are offered
General National Vocational Qualifications (GNVQs) are offered as a more work-based alternative for non-academic students. -
Start Secondary School
Secondary school provided me with the opportunity to develop in many ways. I came across new subjects like German, D&T and R.E. Testing and assessment was more frequent. I managed to make friends that would play key roles in my life. It was here that I captained the school cricket team and won a local tournament, and where my interest in other sports started (basketball, football, tennis). I left school with 8 GCSEs A-C. -
Introduction of AS-level
The A-level system is replaced in England. The A-level is now split into two parts: Advanced Subsidiary (AS-level) and A2 examinations. AS-levels are worth half of a full A-level. A2 makes up the full A-level in that subject. This new system was introduced to encourage students to broaden their knowledge in other subject areas. -
Introduction of AVCE
Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education (AVCE) is a vocational qualification available in colleges and sixth forms. The qualification was produced to replace the Advanced GNVQ, and to bring AVCE into line with A-levels. The marking scheme was changed from %u201CDistinction, Merit, Pass%u201D to %u201CA-E%u201D. An AVCE Double Award is worth 2 A-levels. -
Start College
One great thing about college was that you have so much more freedom than secondary school. I remember making my career decision at college and deciding to embark on a career in ICT. I started to play tennis, basketball and football more regularly with friends. Here I achieved an A-level in ICT and AVCE in Business Studies. -
Start University
Began the first year of my challenging Business I.T degree. Pleased that two mates from college joined me on the same course, but this didn%u2019t stop us from getting lost on campus on the first day and missing the all important induction. Nonetheless, I managed to successfully get my Bsc Hons Business I.T degree. -
Every Child Matters
Every Child Matters (ECM) is a government initiative which aims for every child, whatever their background to:
1. Be healthy
2. Stay safe
3. Enjoy and achieve
4. Make a positive contribution
5. Achieve economic well-being -
Teaching Assistant
Decided that teaching MAY be the best career option for me. Started working as an ICT classroom assistant at a local secondary school. Really enjoyed helping out in lessons and being able to make a difference by helping students to learn new knowledge. Also, enrolled onto evening college courses in ICT (ECDL, ClAiT) to help me with my teaching. -
Work
Started work for a huge company as an IT technician. At first the job seemed great but was highly repetitive and boring. Started to look elsewhere for alternative employment but all other jobs were very similar. Decided that teaching WAS the best career for me. I applied for a PGCE and got my place for September 2008. -
Start PGCE
Start Secondary PGCE in ICT.
