Young People To Gain More Access To Creative Education

The UK government has unveiled a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing creative education for young people, aligning with its Plan for Change to ensure every child can thrive regardless of their background. ​

Key components of the initiative:

• National Centre for Arts and Music Education: This newly established centre will support high-quality arts education by offering online training for teachers, promoting student engagement in artistic pursuits through the government’s network of Music Hubs, and strengthening partnerships between schools and cultural institutions.​
• Development of an Enrichment Framework: Collaborating with a panel of experts, the government will create a framework encompassing a broad range of extracurricular activities, including sports, debating and volunteering to enrich students’ educational experiences.​
• Digital, AI, and Technology Task and Finish Group: Comprising sector and digital experts, this group will advise on integrating digital, artificial intelligence and technological advancements into education, preparing students for future job markets.​

The Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasised the importance of maintaining high standards while evolving the curriculum to meet modern needs, while Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said:

“The government’s new National Centre for Arts and Music Education will ensure more children and young people’s untapped potential can be unleashed, improving the pipeline of talent for our world class creative industries.”

This initiative reflects a commitment to providing equitable access to creative and technological education, fostering a diverse and skilled future workforce.​

For more information, read the official government announcement: Young people to benefit from creative education boost.