Competition between the ‘Yankees’ and ‘Limeys’ (derogatory terms) spanning decades is, to a larger extent, responsible for the American and British versions of the English language. Out of this ...
Building more grammar schools could boost exam results, research suggests. Extra grammar places for pupils in areas which already operate the 11-plus examination could improve academic achievement in ...
Call me a grammar nerd or a snob. I don’t care. I’ve been called worse. I’ve been called a “wordsmith,” a term tossed out by folks who undervalue good writing. What’s worse is that some have used it ...
Grammar schools are no more successful than comprehensives at getting their pupils into elite universities, according to new research. Working-class pupils are just as likely to get a degree after ...