The report reveals that the middle socio-economic groups have the highest number of children who, without additional help, will face disadvantage later in life. It highlighted that universal services are needed for all children, not just targeted services for the poorest children or those at risk.
Barbara Hearn, deputy chief executive of the National Children's Bureau and one of the report's authors, said: "The government has said that ensuring every child achieves their potential is one of its highest priorities. This report is groundbreaking in its exploration of the link between children, schools and families and their impact on children's outcomes. It will inform the work necessary to achieve this aspiration."
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