1. 'Opt-in' Muslim schools named.
- Author
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Paton, Graeme
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PRIVATE schools , *ISLAMIC education , *SECONDARY education , *EDUCATIONAL change , *BRITISH education system - Abstract
The article reports that in Great Britain private Muslim schools likely to be fast-tracked into the state system have been identified. These schools have been praised for offering a broad and balanced secondary education. The government's white paper include plans to encourage more independent faith schools to give up their status. Director of the Association of Muslim Schools Idris Mears said that at least five schools would be fast-tracked from the 28 shortlisted schools.
- Published
- 2005