Abstract
This paper draws on a research study into the existence and use of different forms of capital – including social, cultural and physical capital – in three independent schools in Scotland. We were interested in understanding how these forms of capital work to produce and reproduce advantage and privilege. Analysis is framed by a multiple capitals approach drawing on and developing the work of Putnam and especially Bourdieu. We suggest that sport plays a role with important effects for strong bonding and for the production of symbolic capital in the form of branding by each school.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 861-879 |
Number of pages | 19 |
Journal | British Journal of Sociology of Education |
Volume | 32 |
Issue number | 6 |
Early online date | 7 Nov 2011 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov 2011 |
Keywords
- independent schools
- sport
- physical education
- capitals
- distinction