History Of British Education PDF

The History of British Education **Medieval Period (500-1500s):** - Education was primarily religious, centered in monasteries and cathedrals. Latin, philosophy, and religious texts were the core subjects. Only the elite and clergy had access to formal education. **Renaissance and Refor...

The History of British Education **Medieval Period (500-1500s):** - Education was primarily religious, centered in monasteries and cathedrals. Latin, philosophy, and religious texts were the core subjects. Only the elite and clergy had access to formal education. **Renaissance and Reformation (1500s-1600s):** - - Humanistic ideals emerged, expanding the curriculum to include Greek and Roman classics. The Reformation\'s emphasis on individual Bible reading boosted literacy rates. Universities like Oxford and Cambridge grew in influence. **18th Century:** - - Charity schools provided basic education for the poor, while dame schools offered early childhood education. The Enlightenment fostered a growing interest in science and rational thought. **19th Century:** - - The Industrial Revolution spurred social reforms, leading to the Education Act of 1870, which established a framework for elementary education. Secondary education expanded, though it remained primarily for the upper class. **Early 20th Century:** - - The 1902 Education Act further developed secondary education, and the 1918 Fisher Education Act made secondary education **Mid-20th Century:** - - The 1944 Education Act introduced a tripartite system of grammar, secondary modern, and technical schools. Comprehensive schools later emerged, aiming for a more inclusive education. **Late 20th Century to Present:** - - The 1988 Education Reform Act introduced a national curriculum. Recent decades have seen a focus on school choice, marketization, and the rise of academies and free schools. Higher education has expanded, but tuition fees have become a significant issue.