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Jon Datta
@jondatta.bsky.social
Social Mobility. Head of University Access & Digital at @suttontrust.bsky.social. Chair of Governors at Coleridge Community College.
Reposted by Jon Datta
Our Head of University Access & Digital, @jondatta.bsky.social, discussed this issue in @schoolsweek.bsky.social in November.

He wrote about the inefficiencies within the current FSM system, as well as the advantages of moving towards a system of auto-enrolment ⬇️

schoolsweek.co.uk/fsm-reform-i...
Labour must prioritise FSM reform to deliver social mobility
A bill is moving through parliament that could significantly improve children's lives and schools' budgets
schoolsweek.co.uk
March 6, 2025 at 11:47 AM
There are alternative models for accountability-this one suggests moving beyond flawed progress measures: schoolsnortheast.org/news/the-fai...

A fairer system must reflect school context. What would that look like?

#EdPolicy #FairerSchools
The Fairer School Index: Rethinking school performance
The Fairer School Index argues that the traditional approach to evaluating schools ignores crucial contextual factors. Read more here.
schoolsnortheast.org
February 3, 2025 at 7:42 AM
New Ofsted ‘report cards’ aim to provide a broader view of school performance. But will they lead to meaningful reform, or just tweak a broken system?

More on the plans: schoolsweek.co.uk/five-grades-11-areas-ofsteds-report-cards-plans-revealed
Ofsted reveals its plans for new inspection report cards
Ofsted has unveiled plans for 'fairer' school report cards with a five-point grading system across up to 11 areas, but unions warn they'll make matters worse
schoolsweek.co.uk
February 3, 2025 at 7:42 AM
3/ Do you work with Y12/S5 students or know someone who does? Share this life-changing opportunity with your networks!

Let’s ensure more students can access this fantastic programme.

More info here:
👉 summerschools.suttontrust.com

#SocialMobility #WideningParticipation
Sutton Trust Summer Schools
summerschools.suttontrust.com
January 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
2/ Students will gain:
🎓 Confidence choosing where to apply & what to study
📚 Skills to be competitive applicants
🤝 A network of like-minded peers

We're especially keen to:
🌍 Increase apps from NE, NW, SW, Scotland, Wales, N.I.
🎭 Boost apps to Arts & Humanities
January 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
The choice is clear: invest in students now or risk long-term damage to social mobility and the economy.
January 8, 2025 at 10:43 AM
At @suttontrust.bsky.social, we’re calling for the reintroduction of means-tested maintenance grants to ensure talented young people aren't held back by financial barriers. Read our Fair Opportunity for All manifesto: www.suttontrust.com/wp-content/u...
www.suttontrust.com
January 8, 2025 at 10:43 AM