Written evidence to be reported to the House
Education and Skills Bill
12:00 pm
Martin Ward: Another factor is the strong need to work with the parents of young people while the children are still at school. It is relatively easy—difficult, but relatively easy—to reach the parents during that phase. In some cases—some already believe it—they need to be persuaded that what we all prefer for their children will actually be right for them, and that their children should carry on with education or training beyond the age of 16.