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Freddy Quinne on Fixing the School Holiday System
On this episode of The MarshyCast, I’m joined by former teacher Freddy Quinne to discuss a topic that affects millions of families every year — the school holiday system and soaring holiday prices.
We explore why travel costs often spike dramatically during summer and half-term breaks, and whether families are being unfairly squeezed because of rigid term dates.
Freddy outlines what he believes is a “common-sense” solution: grouping inset days together, staggering school breaks more thoughtfully, and giving families more flexibility without disrupting education.
We also talk about what parents can realistically do, including contacting their child’s school and raising the issue constructively.
Whether you agree or disagree, it’s a conversation that affects most households with school-aged children.
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