Government considers backing 'military ethos' in more schools

Gavin Williamson said the military's 'can-do attitude' could inspire young people to challenge themselves
Gavin Williamson said the military's 'can-do attitude' could inspire young people to challenge themselves Credit:  REUTERS

Ministers could back the use of a "military ethos" in more schools across the country after the Defence Secretary commissioned a review of the benefits of an education inspired by the discipline and values of the Armed Forces.

Robert Goodwill, who was an education minister until January's reshuffle, is to draw up a report for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) assessing how pupils gain from schools that already adopt military-style practices.

Gavin Williamson, the Defence Secretary said: "Our Armed Forces are the best of their generation, embodying teamwork, leadership, and aspiration.

"Their skills, values, and can-do attitude can inspire today’s young people to challenge themselves and reach their...

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