Why Some Kids Have It Tougher in School: UK Education and Social Class

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28/06/2023

Sociology

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Why Some Kids Have It Tougher in School: UK Education and Social Class

Social class differences in UK education significantly impact student achievement, with material and cultural factors playing crucial roles in educational outcomes.

The impact of material deprivation on student achievement manifests through lack of basic necessities, limited access to resources, and poor living conditions
Cultural deprivation and working class education shows through differences in language skills, parental engagement, and subcultural attitudes
Social class remains the primary differentiating factor in British education, with clear distinctions between working class and middle class educational experiences
Both internal (within schools) and external (home environment) factors contribute to educational inequalities
Research demonstrates strong correlations between family income and children's educational, cognitive, and behavioral outcomes

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Page 2: Cultural Deprivation and Educational Outcomes

Cultural deprivation theory explains how social class differences manifest through cultural factors in education.

Definition: Cultural deprivation refers to the lack of cultural resources and experiences that support educational success.

Highlight: Language skills differ significantly between classes, with working-class students typically using a 'restricted code' while middle-class students employ an 'elaborated code'.

Example: Middle-class parents typically feel more comfortable at parent-teacher meetings and can better engage with school systems due to their own educational experiences.

Vocabulary: Subcultural attitudes - distinct values and goals held by specific social groups that may differ from mainstream culture.

Quote: "Parental encouragement is key to success and better exam results."

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Why Some Kids Have It Tougher in School: UK Education and Social Class

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Social class differences in UK education significantly impact student achievement, with material and cultural factors playing crucial roles in educational outcomes.

The impact of material deprivation on student achievement manifests through lack of basic necessities, limited access to resources, and poor living conditions
Cultural deprivation and working class education shows through differences in language skills, parental engagement, and subcultural attitudes
Social class remains the primary differentiating factor in British education, with clear distinctions between working class and middle class educational experiences
Both internal (within schools) and external (home environment) factors contribute to educational inequalities
Research demonstrates strong correlations between family income and children's educational, cognitive, and behavioral outcomes

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Page 2: Cultural Deprivation and Educational Outcomes

Cultural deprivation theory explains how social class differences manifest through cultural factors in education.

Definition: Cultural deprivation refers to the lack of cultural resources and experiences that support educational success.

Highlight: Language skills differ significantly between classes, with working-class students typically using a 'restricted code' while middle-class students employ an 'elaborated code'.

Example: Middle-class parents typically feel more comfortable at parent-teacher meetings and can better engage with school systems due to their own educational experiences.

Vocabulary: Subcultural attitudes - distinct values and goals held by specific social groups that may differ from mainstream culture.

Quote: "Parental encouragement is key to success and better exam results."

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Page 1: Material Deprivation and Class Differences

Material deprivation emerges as a fundamental factor in educational inequality, particularly affecting working-class students' academic performance.

Definition: Material deprivation refers to the lack of basic necessities such as adequate housing, healthy food, and essential educational resources.

Example: Working-class students often need to work part-time jobs while studying, reducing their study time and affecting their academic performance.

Highlight: Cooper & Stewart's research confirms that financial circumstances directly impact children's educational achievements, affecting cognitive, social-behavioral, and health outcomes.

Quote: "Low-income families are more likely to live in damp, crowded accommodations" - Woldfogel & Washbrook

Vocabulary: Catchment areas - geographical zones from which schools draw their pupils, often reflecting socioeconomic disparities.

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Lena, iOS user