Why antisocial behaviour is higher in fee paying schools

Published: Jan. 10, 2024, 9 a.m.

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Levels of antisocial behaviour and truancy are higher among students in fee-charging secondary schools in Ireland compared with those attending other schools.  

That's according to research gathered from the Growing Up in Ireland longitudinal study. Professor Emer Smyth of the ESRI was involved in this study discussed the findings.

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