Educating Essex

Educating Essex (2011)

EndedDocumentary show

What is life really like for today's students and teachers? This series has unprecedented access to an English secondary school to follow a group of GCSE students, and the staff who teach them, as they face the most important year in their education. Passmores School in Harlow, Essex, is a successful school in a challenging area. Under headteacher Vic Goddard, it's been awarded Academy status and is rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted. The school has been rigged with 65 fixed cameras - from the corridors to the canteen, and from the headteacher's office to the detention hall - to reveal every detail of daily life.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Episode 7Nov 3, 2011
S01E06Episode 6Oct 27, 2011
S01E05Episode 5Oct 20, 2011
S01E04Episode 4Oct 13, 2011
S01E03Episode 3Oct 6, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Educating Essex premiere?

Educating Essex premiered on September 22, 2011.

Where is Educating Essex set?

Educating Essex is set in Passmores Academy, a secondary school in Harlow, Essex.

Who was the headteacher of Passmores Academy during Educating Essex?

The headteacher of Passmores Academy during Educating Essex was Vic Goddard.

How many episodes are there in Educating Essex?

Educating Essex has a total of 8 episodes.

What is the genre of Educating Essex?

Educating Essex is a documentary series.

Who created Educating Essex?

Educating Essex was created by David Clews.

Was Educating Essex well-received by critics?

Yes, Educating Essex was received well by critics and audiences alike.

What is the main focus of Educating Essex?

The main focus of Educating Essex is the day-to-day experiences of students and teachers in a secondary school.

How does Educating Essex compare to other similar shows?

Educating Essex is often praised for its authentic portrayal of life in a secondary school, and is considered to be a standout in the genre of documentary series about education.

Who are some of the key figures featured in Educating Essex?

Some of the key figures in Educating Essex include headteacher Vic Goddard, deputy head Stephen Drew, and student (later head girl) Chloe Sharpe.

How long is each episode of Educating Essex?

Each episode of Educating Essex is approximately one hour long.

Did Educating Essex win any awards?

Yes, Educating Essex won the BAFTA TV Award for Best Documentary Series in 2012.

Was Educating Essex popular with audiences?

Yes, Educating Essex was popular with audiences and was one of Channel 4's highest-rated documentary series of the year.

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