This book draws together a wealth of knowledge from a varied list of contributors all of whom recognise the importance of promoting equality in primary schools. Drawing on a wealth of knowledge from a diverse group of contributors, this volume addresses the importance of going beyond equal opportunities. The contributors provide a compelling argument for promoting equality in primary schools. Issues covered include: social class; 'race'; gender; sexual orientation; disability and special educational needs with reference to all subjects taught at primary school level.

Author Biography

Leena Helavaara Robertson is a Principal Lecturer at Middlesex University, UK, where she is also Director of Programmes for Primary Education. Dave Hill is Professor of Education at Middlesex University, UK, Visiting Professor of Critical Education Policy and Equality Studies at the University of Limerick, Ireland, and Visiting Professor of Education at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece. He is also Chief Editor of the Journal for Critical Education Policy Studies.