As you will know there is to be a review of the primary and secondary National Curriculum in England.  The Department for Education has launched a ‘call for evidence’ with a closing date of 14th April 2011. 

The 54 page response form is rather overwhelming, but it is important that as many people as possible respond to this call for evidence and that the voice of those who care about creativity, and 21st century skills is heard.  We are working in collaboration with the newly formed Coalition for Education in 21st Century (whose membership includes local authorities, universities and not for profit organisations such as CapeUK) to host two events (in West and South Yorkshire). 

We aim to bring together cultural, creative and educational leaders from across the region to discuss, debate and contribute to the National Curriculum Review – Call for Evidence. 

The sessions aim to help you to clarify the response you wish to make by sharing evidence and information we have received from other coalition members.  Your contribution will also help CapeUK to shape its response.  
 
The proposed changes to the National Curriculum are of concern to many of us.  How can we secure the ground gained in the  last decade in making  connections between different areas of learning;  interweaving knowledge, skills and understanding in ways that reflects how children and young people learn; ensuring that school learning connects with real life?  How can we best ensure that children and young people have access to high quality and wide ranging participatory music, dance, drama and art experiences?
 

CapeUK has worked with schools, teachers, creative organisations and creative professionals in relation to creativity and learning for the past 12 years.  With a national and international reputation in the field, we are keen to ensure that our education system continues to nurture the creativity of children and young people. 
 

These events are FREE to attend – please chose which date and click on the link to book online (places are limited);
 

15 March 2011 – West Yorkshire Carnegie Stand, Headingley, Leeds
 

16 March 2011 – South Yorkshire Eelctric Works, Sheffield

 

For further information please call CapeUK 0845 450 3700
 

If you cannot attend the session because of timing and short notice, but would like to be kept informed about discussion at the session please email jo.jessop@capeuk.org