This study examined why young people from poor families have lower attainment in school, are more likely to become NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) after compulsory education, and are more likely to participate in a range of risky behaviours whilst teenagers.
The Longitudinal Study of Young People in England is combined with school and neighbourhood information to document the links between lower socio-economic position and poorer outcomes: identifying the key factors amongst parental education and material resources; school and neighbourhood peer groups; and the attitudes and beliefs of young people and their parents that help sustain those links.
Authors
Research Fellow University College London
Alissa is an IFS Research Fellow and a Professor of Economics and Director of the Centre for Longitudinal Studies at the UCL Institute of Education.
Research Fellow University College London
Claire is a Research Fellow at IFS, working on the determinants and consequences of participation in childcare and education for parents and children.
Haroon Chowdry
Report details
- Publisher
- DCSF
Suggested citation
H, Chowdry and C, Crawford and A, Goodman. (2009). Drivers and Barriers to Educational Success - Evidence from the Longitudinal Study of Young People in England. London: DCSF. Available at: https://ifs.org.uk/publications/drivers-and-barriers-educational-success-evidence-longitudinal-study-young-people (accessed: 19 April 2024).
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