Less inequality, still too much

The mentioned educational reform is set against a backdrop of growing concern over social and economic inequalities reflected in the educational system. Historically, the educational system in many countries has mirrored and, in some cases, exacerbated social divisions, with students from less advantaged backgrounds facing greater obstacles to academic and professional success. Educational segregation manifests in various ways, including the unequal distribution of resources and educational opportunities, as well as the concentration of students with special educational needs or from low socioeconomic backgrounds in certain schools, often leading to cycles of poverty and disadvantage. Charter schools, which are private institutions receiving public funding, have...