We are thrilled to announce the successful appointment of Sam Densham and Stuart Bawler as practitioners for our Lead Creative Schools Enquiry. After two days of rigorous interview and activity sessions, our School Creativity Council, comprising both students and adults, agreed that Sam and Stuart's expertise and vision align perfectly with our goals.
The selection process involved engaging with four candidate teams, each offering valuable skills and directions. However, it was evident that what Sam and Stuart brought to the table resonated deeply with our students' enquiry: "Can a group of pupils form a 'Creativity Council', work as a team to become creative practitioners and consultants, and take the lead in training teachers in creative teaching and learning approaches?"
Over the course of ten sessions, our students will have the opportunity to work closely with Sam, Stuart, or both together, exploring the five creative habits of mind through a variety of activities. Together, they will collaboratively design an end product that reflects their shared journey and can be shared with the entire school community.
We are incredibly excited to kick off this creative enquiry at the end of the month and embark on a journey of exploration and innovation as we delve into the 2024-2025 academic year.