Labour plans to limit student numbers at successful academies

Local authorities are set to gain new powers to control student numbers at top-performing academy schools, according to education leaders. This change comes from Labour's new Schools Bill, which aims to promote fairness in education. Academy leaders express concern that these changes will lead to reduced student places at successful schools. For example, Norfolk County Council plans to cut enrollment at the outstanding Charles Darwin Primary and the good Stadbroke Primary, despite their popularity. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson argues that the reforms will maintain academy independence while ensuring fairness. Critics, however, warn that these measures could undermine the success of many academies.