Following the recent Curriculum and Assessment review, the SCEP Chair, Kath Page, has shared her thoughts on the proposed changes.
“The recent Curriculum and Assessment Review marks a significant shift for arts education in England. By outlining the intention to remove barriers such as the EBacc, introducing a national entitlement to cultural experiences, and renewing curriculum content to be inclusive and future-focused, the review places creativity at the heart of learning. It promises equal status for arts subjects, investment in teacher development, and accountability measures that value a broad and balanced curriculum. These changes affirm the vital role of the arts in fostering confidence, creativity, and cultural understanding, creating new opportunities for partnerships to ensure every child benefits from high-quality arts education. The arts are not optional extrasâthey are essential for fostering imagination, confidence, and cultural understanding. Now is the time for schools, communities, and cultural partners to seize this opportunity and ensure every child experiences the transformative power of the arts.”
Kath Page, SCEP Chair