Durham Commission calls for ’creativity boost’ for schools

Teaching for creativity in schools must be prioritised to equip young people with the skills they need in later life, according to a new report. Following 18 months of research, the Durham Commission on Creativity and Education has launched its report and recommendations with a long-term vision for promoting creativity in education. Equal opportunities The Commission, a collaboration between Arts Council England and Durham University, found evidence of the positive impact of creativity and creative thinking in our lives. It therefore suggests all schools, from early years to post-16 education, should be better enabled to support teaching for creativity for all young people, whatever their background. The Commission adds that it is an issue of fairness that every child is given the opportunity to develop their creativity. Call for change The report calls for a range of organisations to deliver this vision including the Department for Education (DfE), Ofsted, Ofqual, Institute for Apprenticeships, Nesta, BBC, Local Cultural Education Partnerships (LCEPs), and Arts Council England.