The Education and Engagement Service will be hosting their next residential UK Parliament Teacher Ambassador Programme 29-31 January 2024. Teachers will experience Parliament first-hand, and then return to their schools and colleges to develop understanding of, and increase engagement with, UK Parliament.
Transport, accommodation and most meal costs are covered, and applications are welcome from teachers, school/college leaders and teacher training providers working with young people aged 5-18.
The course includes:
· Q&A sessions with the Speaker, Lord Speaker and Members of both Houses
· Talks from subject specialists
· Workshops devoted to key aspects of the work of UK Parliament
· Opportunities to explore new and exciting teaching ideas
· Tours of the Palace of Westminster and the Parliamentary Education Centre
Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons, said the three-day course “offers a great opportunity for politicians and teachers to share experiences. In my view you are never too young to get involved in democracy and to make things happen – so giving teachers an insight into our world is a great way to pass that message back to the classroom. We also appreciate having the chance to talk to teachers about their experiences, to thank them for their hard work, and to see how we can work together to get children interested in politics” .
100% of teachers said they felt very confident (85%) or confident (15%) teaching about Parliament after attending the programme in 2023. 100% rated the course as excellent and said they would recommend the Teacher Ambassador Programme to their colleagues.
“It has been the most amazing course I’ve been on. I’ve found it has really fired my passion again. It has given me real and practical ideas I can take back to school.” Teacher Ambassador
Application forms are available online at UK Parliament Teacher Ambassador Programme and the closing date is Sunday 22 October 2023.
Please email teachertraining@parliament.uk for further information.
