In this first debate of term, we discuss whether we would abolish private schools. The Labour government’s proposed introduction of VAT on private schools has thrust the sphere of education back into the forefront of public debate. The education of our young people is naturally a high priority for many in society and warrants careful examination for which the debate chamber is the perfect environment. This debate provides the opportunity to analyse different perceptions on the viability of private schools and advocate for their retention. Do private schools offer an unfair advantage that some cannot afford? Is their existence reflective of the British class system?

Speaking in Proposition: Lewis Iwu, Brett Wigdortz OBE, & Callan MacDonald.

Speaking in Opposition: Julie Robinson, Gareth Parker-Jones & Helen Pike.

Floor Speech Prize: A personalised full-zip college fleece from Ryder & Amies.

Emergency Debate: THB British Education is too Focused on Exams.