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Luciana Berger, a former Labour MP, emphasized the importance of recognizing Michaela's achievements as a beacon of success within the state schooling system. She argued that such recognition should not be muddied by political motives or the varied performance of other schools, especially when Michaela serves a diverse student population and has proven its efficacy in improving educational outcomes.

Bridging Educational Inequalities

One of the central themes of the discussion is the need to address educational inequalities. Phillipson referenced statements from the Conservative Manifesto, identifying the systemic barriers that can impede equality within education. The emphasis is on dismantling the idea that one's background or parental lineage should dictate educational outcomes.