Her comment, singling out the university as a leader in the field, came as part of an announcement of a proposal to require all universities who want to charge higher fees to set up a new or sponsor an existing failing school.
University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Debra Humphris said: “It is great news to see this recognition of the Ογ½ΆΦ±²₯’s long-standing commitment to raising the educational aspirations and achievements of young people and to supporting them to see Higher Education as a route to fulfil their potential.
“This is a great tribute to the dedication and expertise of staff in our School of Education and Academies Trust and above all the staff and students in our academy schools.