Episode 1 | School

Duration: 57'50''

Synopsis

Documentary series following pupils, teachers, parents and school leaders across an academic year. Budget cuts and student anxiety are amongst the challenges facing the school.

Further Information

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BBC Two | 2018 | 4'31''

16-year-old Chloe describes what living with anxiety is like in relation to taking her English exam.

Identity, self-esteem and behaviour | School

Identity, self-esteem and behaviour | School

BBC Two | 2018 | 3'38''

A young girl deals with racist bullying and speaks to a teacher about her experiences.

Young people with anxiety | School

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BBC Two | 2018 | 4'31''

16-year-old Chloe describes what living with anxiety is like in relation to taking her English exam.

Identity, self-esteem and behaviour | School

Identity, self-esteem and behaviour | School

BBC Two | 2018 | 3'38''

A young girl deals with racist bullying and speaks to a teacher about her experiences.

Young people with anxiety | School

Young people with anxiety | School

BBC Two | 2018 | 4'31''

16-year-old Chloe describes what living with anxiety is like in relation to taking her English exam.

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