Lord Lexden
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(11 years, 6 months ago)
Lords ChamberWe are offering grants—all this is available on our website—to help sponsors to turn round failing and underperforming schools. In its November 2012 report, the National Audit Office rightly acknowledged the extraordinary success of the academy programme. We make no apology for spending money on a programme that is proven to drive up standards and make long-term improvements. We want as many schools as possible to take advantage of the significant benefits of academy status.
Can my noble friend tell the House how successful the Government have been in working with independent schools in expanding their marvellous academies programme?