Schools: Admissions

Lord Bishop of Peterborough Excerpts

Tuesday 21st October 2014 Lords Chamber

[Lord Nash]

I agree entirely with the noble Earl and, of course, most schools prioritise looked-after children.

[The Lord Bishop of Peterborough]

Will the Minister join me in congratulating the four latest Church of England free schools to be announced, which between them offer nearly 2,500 places to young people of all faiths and none, especially in areas of severe shortage?

[Lord Nash]

My Lords, I congratulate the church on this. It has played an active part in education in this country since long before the state got involved. Church schools generally perform better and are particularly successful at promoting community cohesion.