1965
Labour commits to ‘go comprehensive’, ending selection.
1961
Majority of children educated in secondary mods.
1960
The Beloe Report recommends a new exam for the ‘less academic child’.
1944
Butler’s Education Act puts the LEAs and teachers in control.
From their birth to their death (1944 – 1974)
1944 – 1974
Secondary moderns from birth to death
1943
The Norwood Report defines the secondary modern child.
1940
Bombing of the major cities wreaks havoc on children’s education.
1939
Evacuation of children from major cities.
1932
Improvements to schools halted by the ‘Great Depression’.
1926
The Hadow Report outlines the future shape of secondary schools.