Labour education manifesto

The education system should offer learning opportunities that meet the needs of individual children, Ruth Kelly has said.

Speaking on Thursday, the education secretary urged schools to work with parents to meet the needs of their children.

Her comments came as Labour detailed its education policies at a new city academy in east London.

Stakeholder Response: National Union of Teachers (NUT)

Steve Sinnott, NUT general secretary, said: "A more tailored curriculum, smaller groups and one to one teaching would bring great benefits to pupils. The NUT has long argued for smaller classes, personalized learning and a reduction in the prescribed curriculum. Such an approach comes at a cost.