When did compulsory education start in england

In 1880 a further Education Act finally made school attendance compulsory between the ages of five and ten, though by the early 1890s attendance within this age group was falling short at 82 per cent.

When did education until 18 become compulsory in the UK?

Under previous legislation it was compulsory for young people to remain in education until the age of 16. However, as a result of legislation introduced in September 2013, the law now requires that young people continue in education, employment or training until the age of 18.

When did education for children become compulsory?

First used as a way to stop child labour, it began with compulsory education for 5 - 10-year-olds in the 1880 Education Act.

When did education until 16 become compulsory in the UK?

In 1964, preparations began to raise the school leaving age to 16. These were delayed in 1968, and eventually the decision was taken in 1971 that the new upper age limit be enforced from 1 September 1972 onwards.

Who introduced compulsory education in England?

The Education Act 1944, relating to England and Wales, was authored by Conservative Rab Butler and known as "the Butler Act", defined the modern split between primary education and secondary education at age 11. The Butler Act was also an historic compromise between church and state.