The Labour leader tells Sky News his government would 'go at pace' to make sure all pupils have the same opportunities, but warns there could be challenges in funding the plans because of the state of the economy.
outlining how he planned to overhaul education, and"smash the class ceiling" that sees children's backgrounds defining what they achieve later in life.
"I want parents to feel that it doesn't matter anymore whether you send your children to state or private school, because the quality of education is as good in both places, and to give children in state schools the same opportunities as they have in private school."Sir Keir Starmer's speech in Gillingham was interrupted by climate protesters.
"When we're talking about the curriculum and the difference that would make for children and young people to be able to express themselves clearly with confidence in the school, in the workplace, that will make a massive difference to their lives." "It's always an ambition of a Labour government to make sure we've got the best possible education and have properly funded public services," said Sir Keir.
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