Equality In The Primary School

Addresses the importance of going beyond equal opportunities. In this book, the contributors provide a compelling argument for promoting equality in primary schools. It covers issues such as: social class; 'race'; gender; sexual orientation; disability and special educational needs with reference to all subjects taught at primary school level. This book draws together a wealth of knowledge from a varied list of contributors all of whom recognise the importance of promoting equality in primary schools. Drawing on a wealth of knowledge from a diverse group of contributors, this volume addresses the importance of going beyond equal opportunities. The contributors provide a compelling argument for promoting equality in primary schools. Issues covered include: social class; 'race'; gender; sexual orientation; disability and special educational needs with reference to all subjects taught at primary school level.

Discusses the importance of promoting equality in schools. This book covers such topics as social class; 'race'; gender; sexual orientation; and, disability and special educational needs with reference to various subjects taught at primary school level. Drawing on a wealth of knowledge from a varied list of contributors, from the UK, USA and elsewhere, the editors discuss the importance of going beyond equal opportunities. The contributors provide a compelling argument for promoting equality in primary schools. Issues covered include: social class; 'race'; gender; social orientation; disability and special educational needs with reference to all subjects taught at primary school level.