Focus group workshops were held with year 7s in 27 schools in three areas of the country. A total of 610 young people participated in the study and were from a range of ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds and with differing ability levels. Sessions included group discussions and written tasks. Findings combined statistical analysis of data from the written tasks with the feedback from class discussions with the pupils.

DfES Objective	Ensure young people are participating and achieving their potential to 18 and beyond
Key Research Priority
DfES Project Manager	Vikki McAuley
Contractor	University of Westminster - Aimhigher Central London Partnership
Author	Dr Graeme Atherton, Eric Cymbir, Professor Ken Roberts, Dr Lionel Page and Dr Richard Remedios (Aimhigher Central London Partnership, University of Westminster)

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