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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s office said Wednesday that all UK students must study Math till age 18. In his first speech of the year, Rishi Sunak is expected to discuss his priorities for 2023.
Rishi Sunak entered politics to give every child the best education possible. Rishi Sunak said, “With the right plan and commitment to excellence, we can rival the world’s best education systems.”
8 million adults in England have the numeracy skills of first graders, the Prime Minister’s office said. Only about half of 16-19-year-olds study math, and the problem is especially acute for disadvantaged students, 60% of whom lack basic math skills at age 16.
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“Rethinking numeracy is one of the biggest changes we need in education today. Our children’s jobs will require more analytical skills than ever in a data-driven world. Leaving children without these skills is letting them down “Rishi Sunak spoke.
The Prime Minister’s office said the government doesn’t plan to make A-Level math mandatory for 16-year-olds. The government is exploring existing routes like Core Maths and T-Levels as well as innovative options, according to a statement.
Wednesday’s speech will be a statement of intent and a response to critics who doubt he can help the Conservatives win the next election. Mr. Sunak’s speech will likely addre
