School's Out... Forever?

In the UK, Ofsted's chief blames parents working from home for rising school absenteeism, suggesting kids view school as optional. With post-COVID habits, students seem to mimic adults, confusing home with school environments. Persistent absence in secondary schools spiked from 13% in 2018-19 to 24% in 2022-23. Opinions differ on curbing this trend, with some like @K_Birbalsingh arguing against smartphones for kids, claiming they hinder education. Meanwhile, @munirawilson criticizes Ofsted's new rating system, advocating for a collaborative approach to school improvement.