A Failing Child

As soon as a child starts school they are set to up to fail

Like not knowing Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel

They are told from the start what’s expected and targets set

The teacher calls out ‘Remember all your targets and please don’t forget’

The pupil on the green table is not the brightest in the class

Every time he’s asked a question he simple says ‘I’ll pass’

In school the curriculum doesn’t suit his learning need

He’s cast aside as the school strives for level 5 greed

But the child on the green table is unbelievable at art

He sculptures and paints but school breaks his creative heart

Know one in school has tapped into his talent and ability

The school doesn’t recognise his proven natural quality

The Department of Education only recognise literacy and numeracy

To measure everyone in the same way is some sort of lunacy

Can you imagine if we asked an elephant to climb a tree?

It wouldn’t work but he could knock it down 1, 2, 3!

I urge all schools and governments to celebrate another gift

It will improve schools and give all children a self esteem lift

We are born into this world to be the best we can possibly be

Whether that’s Literacy, Numeracy or even sing like on Glee!