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MNN UK · February 22, 2026 · 1 min read

Government plans to halve attainment gap in England’s schools

What happened: The UK government will announce proposals to reduce the attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils and their wealthier peers. The plans include changing how schools receive funding to better support the most disadvantaged students.

Why it matters:

  • Aims to improve educational outcomes for poorer pupils across England.
  • Could affect funding distribution and resource allocation in schools.

MNN Take: The government intends to adjust funding criteria to target support more effectively, addressing disparities in educational achievement linked to socioeconomic background.

Sources: Guardian UK