She seems to be talking about the same thing that I saw featured on the documentary.
There did appear to be a difference between what she is describing and what has gone before, whilst the effect the programme was having, in the school that was being observed, seemed nothing short of revolutionary.
I think it is more than just the same old thing repackaged, and cats view, based on specific experience, seems to support my perception.
Having said that, the rest of the information that has been provided here is of considerable value and will be influential on the approach I eventually decide to take when I help my little girl over the boundary from being dependant on me to enjoy books to having the choice to be independant.