21st Century Schools System

In 2009, the Government issued their 21st Century Schools System 'White Paper'.

Since the formation of the new Government on the 11th May 2010, please bear in mind that the content on a number of old DCSF websites may not reflect current Government policy.

The DCSF issued the following statement...

"We want every single child to succeed.

We want every child to enjoy their childhood, to achieve their full potential and turn 18 with the knowledge, skills and qualifications that will give them the best chance of success in adult life in the 21st century.

Your child, your schools, our future will help create a schools system that provides a great start in life for every child in every school. A system that responds to the challenges of a changing global economy, a changing society, rapid technological innovation and a changing planet. A system in which every child can enjoy growing up, and which develops the potential and talents of every child and young person and gives them the broad skills they need for the future. And a system which breaks the link between deprivation, disadvantage, disability and low educational attainment and so impacts upon intergenerational poverty.

On 4 December 2009 we published Timetable for action which sets out how the commitments in Your child, your schools, our future will become a reality."

The following links refer to different parts of the 21st Century Schools System 'White Paper' which will provide you with more information.

Your child, your schools, our future - Summary Version

Your child, your schools, our future - A Guide for Parents and Carers

Your child, your schools, our future - A Guide for Children and Young People

Your child, your schools, our future - The Pupil Guarantee

Your child, your schools, our future - The Parent Guarantee