Using a Catholic model: the consequences of the changing strategic purpose of Anglican faith schools and the contrasting interpretations within liberalism

Until comparatively recently, the survival and success of Church of England and Roman Catholic schools within the English dual system was not given much attention by liberal commentators. However, the general popularity of faith schools among parents and their particular role within current government policy has encouraged the Church of England to reassess the role of its schools on a strategic level, using a model that resembles the one long established in Catholic education. Possible consequences of such a reassessment for those working within these schools are discussed, using contrasting liberal views to explore the identified issues.