The future of our schools - debating the government’s reform agenda
Saturday 27 November 2010, 10:00 – 16:00
Congress House, Great Russell Street,
London WC1B 3LS
Organised by the TUC
Speakers include: Emma Knights,
National Governors’ Association; Fredrik Mandelin, Swedish
Teachers’ Union; Fiona Millar, education campaigner; Frances
O’Grady TUC.
Conference chair: Warwick Mansell
What do government policies on schools mean for our children and
communities? What are the long-term implications of giving more
schools greater autonomy – improved schooling for all or a two-tier
system? Does the focus on parental choice empower the majority of
families? What do academies and free schools mean for teachers and
other education professionals?
This conference will consider these questions and hear a range
of views on the future of our schools. The event is based around
panel discussions and workshops so that participants can share
their experiences and opinions with others. The event is for
everyone with an interest in the future of our schools, including
parents, pupils, school governors, school staff, trade unionists,
local authority officials, academics and policy advisors.
For further information and to register visit www.tuc.org.uk/futureofourschools
or if you have additional queries contact the TUC on 020 7467
1273.
