This report from 2022 recognises the range of attributes young people need
to thrive in a changing world, including those gained from experiences outside the classroom.
Beyond job prospects and security, educational attainment also influences behaviours and decision-making related to health, civic engagement, and family life.
As such, the costs of lost or unequal educational opportunity are not limited to individuals, but also have implications for social progress, productivity, creativity, and
innovation across entire communities, both locally and nationally.