As England prepares for a curriculum and assessment review set to start later this summer, education experts suggest several changes, including removing phonics screening, simplifying GCSE courses, and giving students more control over their learning. Dominic Wyse from University College London emphasizes the importance of increasing “children’s agency,” allowing students to make choices and be more involved in their education. He advocates for a greater focus on students’ interests and needs, though he does not support an extreme shift away from traditional education methods.
