2.9% of primary pupils did not have English as their first language in January 2004 (11 per cent in England)
1.5% of primary pupils with SEN statements in January 2004 (1.6 per cent in England)
0.17% of the school population excluded permanently in 2002/03 (0.12 per cent in England)
The council's strategic plan for education highlights economic and social polarisation. It says: "Schools serving disadvantaged areas strive to raise standards in challenging circumstances. Many perform well, but many need continued support to improve."
Source: Department for Education and Skills.
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