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2. 2016

Episode 2 of 5

Carly is 18 and set for Cambridge. She’s summoned by her headmistress – but it’s not what she expects. Stars Juliet Stevenson.

Carly is now 18 and she’s won a place at Cambridge University.

She gets called to her headmistress's office to discuss her future.

But it's not what she expects.

Exploring the hot topic of education, The Core is about the impact of current policies on those going through the system.

Written by Mike Bartlett.

Sarah...Juliet Stevenson
Carly... Alex Tregear

Director Claire Grove

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2011.

15 minutes

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Next Tuesday08:45
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  • Tue 6 Sep 201110:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Tue 6 Sep 201119:45
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Next Tuesday08:45
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