EDUCATION IN CAMBRIDGE
The reality is that our city continues to have surprisingly high levels of inequality. With food banks recording increased demand in 2023 for the UK as a whole, almost 20% of children across our city – just over 4,400 – were defined as being in poverty over a recent 12-month period. So tough questions will need to be answered. Notably, how to ensure that the fruits of economic success are spread
more evenly, not just adding to the bank balances of the wealthiest in our area, but ensuring everyone will benefit. Our schools will be doing their bit to help all pupils, regardless of economic circumstances, achieve their potential. They will continue to build links with future employers and ensure that pupils gain the best qualifications for them, whether vocational or traditionally
“Tough questions need to be answered. Notably, how to ensure the fruits of economic success are spread more evenly”
CAMBRIDGE EDUCATION GUIDE 11
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