Headteacher defends plan for free ‘Etons of the north’ sixth forms
by Josh Halliday North of England correspondent from on (#5XB01)
Eton head says rigorous admissions policy will prevent middle-class parents from gaming the system
The headteacher of Eton college has said its plans to open three Etons of the north" in deprived areas of England would not cream off the bright kids" from local schools, amid concern from educators.
The world's most famous private school is planning to open free elite selective sixth-form colleges in Oldham, Dudley and Middlesbrough by 2025 in partnership with Star Academies.
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