This accessible book provides a basic understanding of the structure and organization of education in the United Kingdom in a time of rapid change and devolved government. It is designed as an introductory guide and reference work for all with an interest in education, including trainee and newly qualified teachers, university lecturers, school-based mentors, and governors and managers. It contains an accessible summary of key issues and contributions from some of the best-known writers in the field.

Liam Gearon is Reader in Education at the University of Surrey Hoehampton

Part 1 Schools in the United Kingdom: structures and organisation, including regional variations in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland; Part 2 Curriculum, assessment and inspection including pre-school, primary, secondary, and further education, with a section on special needs; Part 3 Denominational and Independent Provision: Including Church of England and Roman Catholic schools, developing religious provision and Independent schools; Part 4 University Education and Teacher Training, including mentoring, school and university partnerships, quality assurance and inspection; Part 5 Educational research, including definitions and current trends.