This paper consists of education system in Britain. Principles, eras and statistics about education are given in this paper.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Education in England
- A Brief History of Education in England
- Primary Education in England
- Infant Schools
- Junior Schools
- Secondary Education in England
- Key Stage 3
- Key Stage 4
- Higher Education in England
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper provides an overview of the English education system, focusing on its historical development and the contemporary structure of primary education. The paper aims to highlight the unique features of the English system and to illustrate the diverse approaches taken within primary education.
- The Historical Evolution of Education in England
- The Structure and Organization of Primary Education
- The Role of Infant and Junior Schools in Early Learning
- The Transition to Secondary Education
- The Development of a Comprehensive System
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The paper begins by introducing the three main components of British education: schools, higher education, and further/adult education. It then focuses specifically on the English education system, highlighting key differences between England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The paper traces the history of education in England, beginning with the establishment of the first grammar schools in the sixth century. It then delves into the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, examining the development of state-funded education and the introduction of compulsory secondary education.
The paper then delves into the structure and organization of primary education in England, outlining the distinct roles of infant and junior schools. It explores the educational philosophy and methods employed in both types of schools, emphasizing the importance of early childhood development and the transition to secondary education. The paper concludes with a brief overview of the secondary education system in England, including the stages of Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The paper does not delve into higher education or the structure of further/adult education.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this paper include: English education system, primary education, infant schools, junior schools, secondary education, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, historical development, compulsory education, educational philosophy, early childhood development, transition to secondary education.
- Quote paper
- Gamze Selimoğlu (Author), 2012, Education System in Britain - A short Overview, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/208179
