Curious Minds

Magic Carpets and Mermaids

Merseyside Legacy School Enquiry Network event

Early on a January morning, head teachers and teachers from across Merseyside met over breakfast to look at Creativity in the Early Years. The event started with a sharing of current activity in schools. Creative Agent Sarah Pickering presented findings and recommendations from previous Enquiry School projects that had, had a positive impact upon speaking and listening, as well as looking at national research by CCE and DEMOS Born Creative http://www.creativitycultureeducation.org/research-impact/exploreresearch/

The teachers then worked with a visual artist, dancer and musician to learn simple, exciting and sustainable ideas that could be used in the classroom. Stories of mermaids were produced on floor books and musical instruments sparked journeys on a magic carpet.

"Loads to think about and take back to school which will develop our teaching and learning further. A huge thank you!"

The next network event will focus on Learning Outside and will take place at Knowlsey Wild Flower Centre on Wednesday 30th March 8.30 - 11.30. There are still places available for Merseyside Primary schools, if you are interested in attending contact linda.meagor@curiusminds.org.uk