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EDITOR’S LETTER
More choice… again! Teachers and students are hopefully excited and encouraged by the removal of the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) as a school performance measure in England following the recent curriculum and assessment review. This change will...
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Both of my boys were part of the ‘Covid’ generation when it came to studying and the unusual circumstances around exams during those years, so it’s now a few years since I had to endure the stress of ‘results day’ in August. However, following the...
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EDITOR’S LETTER
The UK government’s latest proposals – slashing capital funding, capping and freezing arts subject grants, cutting post-study work visas, and introducing a levy on international student tuition – pose a serious threat to the vibrancy and resilience of...
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Earlier this year, we invited you to contribute to the Drama & Theatre Education Alliance’s National Plan for Drama and Theatre Education, to be presented to the government as part of their curriculum review. This Plan aims to ensure that all children...
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EDITOR’S LETTER
The latest curriculum review in the UK has once again ignited debate about the role of arts education in schools. While the review highlights a continued focus on STEM subjects and literacy, concerns are growing that creative subjects are being pushed...
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Have your say! The new government has instigated an extensive curriculum review, proposing to put creative arts subjects back at the heart of a balanced curriculum. The Drama and Theatre Education Alliance is calling for your feedback on the...
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EDITOR’S LETTER
The recently released Curriculum and Assessment Review marks a significant shift in how we approach education in the UK, and for the arts, it offers both challenges and opportunities. Historically, arts subjects have struggled to secure the same...
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EDITOR’S LETTER
The new Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, who reputedly went to drama lessons when young and learnt the violin, has emphasized the importance of arts education in the UK, advocating for its increased presence in the school curriculum. Labour...
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