School tables to include science [and modern languages]

England's secondary schools are going to be rated on the proportion of pupils getting two science GCSEs at grade C or above, in this year's league tables.

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The intention to include a modern language in future was a recommendation of the Dearing review into the sharp decline that came after language study was made optional beyond the age of 14.

The intention is that the indicator will feature in the 2008 tables.

Wednesday, 27 June 2007
BBC website