This book is about a unique school. It is a school that, despite the increasing pressure put upon it by changes in the curriculum and the organisation of education, has managed to successfully maintain the creative values that have won it international and governmental recognition.
Written for teachers and headteachers who want to encourage creativity in their schools and classrooms, the book describes:
- the school's culture of holism
- its use and appreciation of its grounds and environment for learning
- its innovative approaches to curriculum organisation
- its appropriation of national initiatives such as the literacy and numeracy hours
- its creative teaching and learning through the eyes of observers, teachers, children and parents.
The success of Coombes School shows that it is possible to combine externally imposed prescription with a set of personal beliefs and values - making a real difference to the quality of teaching and learning. This is a truly inspirational read.
Using a single case study school as a role model, this book provides a framework for practice in primary schools. The school in question succeeds in meeting the Government's objectives within its own set of aims and values.
TES Book of the Week
'The best feature of the story told in this book is that it has been written up for others to read. The worst is that a book defending creativity had to be written at all. The demand for compliance has taken such a stranglehold on education that an account of a school that was not prepared to bend the knee is refreshing ... This book is more than just a rehash of 1960s creativity ... It shows how a group of determined and imaginative people can rescue teaching and learning from the voracious flames of bureaucracy and control.' - TelÓ%
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