78% of outsourced health and physical education lessons in NSW schools require parent fees, affecting student access.

A study of 556 public schools in New South Wales, Australia, found that 78% of schools outsourcing health and physical education lessons require parents to pay, impacting access for students unable to afford the fees. Those who can't pay may miss essential lessons or be relegated to watching. The findings raise concerns about the qualifications of external providers amid a global teacher shortage and call for further research to ensure equitable access to core education.

October 20, 2024
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