Crosland Doctrine

The Crosland Doctrine is an educational policy perspective from the 1950s and 1960s named after British politician Anthony Crosland. It emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality, universal education to promote social mobility and reduce class inequalities. The idea is that a nation's long-term social and economic success depends on an educated population, and that access to good education should be available to all, not just the wealthy. This approach advocates for investment in comprehensive schooling to create a more equal society, believing that education is key to improving life chances across different social groups.