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A new study shows the impact social background has on children's educational experience

A landmark study released last week highlighted the inequality in children’s school lives and the impact social background has on their educational experience.

A landmark study released last week highlighted the inequality in children’s school lives and the impact social background has on their educational experience.

Carried out by the UCD School of Education, the Children’s School Lives (CSL) study involved almost 200 primary schools. Children, parents, and teachers spoke about their understanding of poverty and wealth, drawing on experiences within their families and local communities.