A window on the world of childhood in 12 parts, narrated by Judi Dench.
7: Simeon, Mada, Belinda,Taatske, Maximino and Luke's school days.
Primary school is part of daily life for most of the world's children. It offers literacy, discipline and companionship, plus a sense of success for some and a fear of failure for others. In
Holland, Colombia, Britain, Zambia and Australia, styles of schooling vary greatly, but the challenge for teachers is the same everywhere - to encourage a love of learning.
How do young children cope with their first day at school? How do older children cope with the pressures of the first competitive exam?
Series producer David Brown Producer John Percival BBC North
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