modern analysis shows schools being forced to exceed statutory limit of 30 to meet demand,with Labour blaming situation on Tory ‘fixation’ with free schoolsMore than half a million children are being taught in “super-size” classes of more than 30 pupils as overstretched primary schools struggle to cope with the surge in demand for places, according to a modern analysis of government figures.
As parents prepare for Friday’s deadline in applying for a primary dwelling for children due to start school in September, or research suggests many will face disappointment when it comes to national offer day next April.
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Source: theguardian.com