From March 2020 to March 2021, the government handed out 1.4 million digital devices, however, only 27% of those devices were provided in the first 6 months.
To close the digital divide, a holistic approach that ensures disadvantaged pupils can obtain better access to devices, both in school and at home is essential.
In the latest NEU survey, 10,000+ school and college staff report on their working lives over the past year, and how they view it in the coming months & years.
Learning Hive was instrumental in the See, Hear, Respond programme which helped bridge learning gaps between disadvantaged pupils and their peers.
A collaborative, structured effort is needed by teachers and partner organisations to help bridge the gap between less affluent pupils and their peers.
Catch-up classes shouldn’t be punitive experiences for pupils and teachers – balance must be struck between academic achievement and emotional wellbeing.
