[shaman]

I think it's forcing them to go into college, sixth form or an apprenticeship. Meaning you can't simply walk out of school and start working. Or as Jordan said; sitting at home for the rest of your life.

But there are many people in year eight and below in my school who wouldn't be suited for any college/sixth form, and i sure as hell wouldn't want them as my apprentice, so as for how that rule will make things turn out...your guess is as good as mine.