Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 50469
Primary Education: Curriculum
Tabled: 7 May 2025
Answered: 15 May 2025
Question
Andrew Rosindell
Reform UK — Romford
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to ensure that educational materials used in primary schools are (a) age-appropriate and (b) free from (i) extremist and (ii) emotionally manipulative content.
Answer
Catherine McKinnellSchools are subject to statutory duties regarding political impartiality under section 406 and 407 of the Equality Act 1996. This means schools must not promote partisan political views and should ensure that pupils are provided with a balanced treatment ...
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