William Ford School Featured on ITV News, Highlights Funding Challenges in Education

Today (Wednesday 30th October 2024), William Ford Church of England Junior School received national attention as ITV News filmed on-site, featuring the school in a segment discussing the financial challenges affecting schools across the country. This comes as part of William Ford’s ongoing campaign to raise awareness of the urgent need for increased funding in education—a mission led by Headteacher David Huntingford, who has been speaking out at national events and across educational media.

In recent years, William Ford has been at the forefront of advocating for additional financial resources for schools, highlighting the pressing need to improve facilities and, crucially, to support the rising number of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). "Investment in education is not just about today; it’s about securing the future," Mr. Huntingford said during his interview with ITV. "Without adequate funding, we risk limiting the potential of young people and the vital services they require."

The school’s selection to comment on the government's budget reflects its growing role in the national conversation on education reform and funding. William Ford has seen firsthand the impact of limited budgets, and Mr. Huntingford has consistently used his platform to champion the cause of all schools, particularly those facing significant financial constraints.

In his role as a headteacher, Mr. Huntingford’s recent contributions to educational publications and high-profile speaking engagements have drawn attention to the severe limitations many schools now face, from essential building improvements to providing tailored support for SEND pupils. This ITV feature marks another important step in the school’s commitment to ensuring every child has the resources they need to thrive.

As William Ford continues its mission, the school hopes this segment will resonate with policymakers and the wider public, prompting a renewed focus on the value of investing in education for future generations.

This should be shown on Wednesday 30th October 2024 at 6:30pm and 10pm on the ITV news.

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William Ford pupils and staff are proud to have supported the Ben Kinsella Trust and to be part of their latest promotional film.