Sentences with phrase «raising aspirations»

I give Henry my wholehearted thanks for the time he has spent in this country visiting schools, inspiring children and raising their aspirations.

While many teachers say that they were attracted to the profession because of their genuine passion for teaching, the prospect of making positive changes to their students» lives, raising aspirations and witnessing «those lightbulb moments» — many seem to be asking if this is enough to keep them in the profession.

- To enable young people to access Jerwood Gallery, raising aspirations, supporting learning and creative development

The outcomes of MyPB are raising aspirations while developing students» personal skills and behaviours.

The new shadow education secretary Lucy Powell has outlined a commitment to «local oversight» and «raising aspirations for all children.»

A partnership built upon a shared belief in raising aspirations and broadening horizons is beginning to reap the benefits of working together.

With teachers and practitioners being held responsible for delivering high - quality provision by the SEND Code of Practice, and with Ofsted placing significant emphasis on achieving progress and raising aspirations for SEND students, it's now crucial that they have very specific skills and understanding.

«We want all young women to know their worth and are committed to raising aspirations and prospects so that these young women are able to lead positive lifestyles which will lead to a positive future for them and their children which will in turn make for a better society.

Their hard work is raising the aspirations of these young people and giving them access to the same opportunities as their peers, helping them fulfill their full potential as adults.»

A complete PHSCE lesson for KS2 based around believing in our potential and raising our aspirations and how other people see us.

Seven Stories audience research shows that families would benefit from later opening times and by allowing families this flexibility the centre aims to encourage even more children to embrace books; raising their aspirations and providing a platform for building confidence levels, coping with feelings and language and learning.

Competitions Many schools have been supported in raising aspirations through running competitions in photography and painting.

Businesses now have an opportunity to work in partnership with Achievement for All to support their own local community in raising the aspirations and achievement of their children and young people.

Looking at child poverty and strategies employed to alleviate it, including raising aspirations.

Female peer mentors in particular can be very effective in changing girls» perceptions of science and thus raising their aspirations concerning future studies in STEM areas (McDonald, 2011).

Reach chairman Clive Lewis said: «We need to focus effort on raising the aspirations and achievement of black boys and young men to enable them to be more connected and engaged with wider society and more able to make an even greater contribution economically, culturally and politically to Britain.»

Working in a garden or a workshop where they learn a skill and get paid builds up self - esteem, which is key to raising aspirations to make a go of life outside.

As a sixth form college principal I witnessed how the educational maintenance allowance (EMA) significantly improved attendance, retention and achievement and was helping to tackle some of the most deep seated issues by raising aspirations.

In this case, however, the church may be the one institution in our society uniquely suited to raise aspirations aimed at new family traditions, and to provide a framework for their attainment.

The signatories, whose firms have a combined turnover of over # 500 billion, have agreed to seek to raise aspirations in communities and schools, advertising their work experience places as widely as possible and making access to internships open and transparent.

«This programme is designed to raise their aspirations and help them secure admission to the most demanding higher education courses and the most competitive universities.

I am sure that the new Government's commitment to such measures as the pupil premium and support for further education colleges and universities will give the young people of my constituency the educational opportunity that will make them more socially mobile, raise their aspirations, unlock untapped potential and let individuals take control of their own lives once more.

«As well as more targeted policing efforts, to combat these issues we need strong community projects, which are relevant and interesting to young people and schemes that widen their horizons as well as raise their aspirations.»

Appearing alongside schools minister Lord Adonis, Mr Denham said involvement from universities can raise aspirations, improve standards and help people apply to higher education.

«It is time to raise aspirations and restore rigour to our examinations.»

For not only would it raise aspirations of pupils in all schools, but it would ensure that more privately - educated high achievers went to a wider spread of universities, raising the bar across higher education generally.

Three of the first six opportunity areas (Derby, Scarborough, and West Somerset) will also benefit from successful bids for the National Collaborative Outreach Programme, which will help raise aspirations for disadvantaged children through summer schools, organising school visits and providing academic mentoring.

Jobcentre Support for Schools Advisor Rose Marie, who helped to run the programme, said: «The programme is a great opportunity to raise the aspirations of the young people by exploring opportunities available and examining career options that they might not have otherwise looked into.

«My big ambition» is a self - contained classroom topic with activities that are designed to help students to raise their aspirations and clarify their hopes and dreams which can become goals.

For companies working with educational community organisations or schools to raise aspirations, promote continuous learning and improve educational attainment amongst adults and young people.

Connecting sixth formers with people that are succeeding in the Square Mile will help raise their aspiration and highlight the opportunities for high skilled and rewarding careers.»

Does the provider assist you in finding ways of building on the raised aspirations and enthusiasm that often flows from an outdoor residential?

It helps pupils gain an insight into the workings of the justice system and the roles of legal professionals, encouraging students to raise their aspirations to see the law and related areas as a future career possibility.

The Mayor's Fund for London Theatre of Law project provides opportunities to enhance knowledge and understanding of the law among young Londoners and to raise aspirations.

Claudia Harris, CEO of the Careers And Enterprise Company, said engaging with relatable role models was powerful in raising aspiration and improving employment outcomes for young people.

So it's clear to me that to have any chance of addressing the UK's current STEM skills gap, we have to do everything we can to engage young people in that window of opportunity when it's so key to raise their aspirations and make them feel confident about the future.

Confident Individuals: School trips can change attitudes and raise aspirations, through participation in new activities.

Sir Peter Lampl, chairman of the Sutton Trust and the Education Endowment Foundation, said: «Today's report shows us how important it is to raise the aspirations and self - belief of pupils from poorer homes, particularly boys.

Earlier this year, The Work Foundation touched on the issue in its contribution to the House of Commons Education Committee report on Careers Guidance for Young People: «Careers education should be introduced as early as primary school, as it is proven to raise aspirations and in tandem, academic achievement,» the report states.

This is a result of activities to raise aspirations such as the «Sky High Challenge» question set in all lessons».

This will help to broaden their horizons, raise aspirations, and allow them see the relevance of their education.

In the evaluation of the Learning Away case studies, Maggie Rose, headteacher at Timberley Academy quotes about the development of her staff: «Staff have developed a much greater confidence in their own teaching and it has also raised their aspiration in terms of the types of approaches they could use in their work.

With our extensive legal collection and being supported by legal experts and our trained education facilitators, we aim to raise aspirations as well as knowledge, reaching all parts of the curriculum, as well as promoting social mobility.»

In the evaluation of the Learning Away case studies, Maggie Rose, head teacher at Timberley Academy quotes about the development of her staff: «Staff have developed a much greater confidence in their own teaching and it has also raised their aspiration in terms of the types of approaches they could use in their work.

Scottish education secretary, Kirsty Williams, said: «Since becoming Education Secretary, one of my key priorities has been to raise the aspirations for all our children and young people, broadening horizons and developing ambition so that all can achieve.

«This funding will give us the opportunity to raise aspiration and reengage learners through innovative and targeted outreach activity.

Mark Rhatigan, Executive Head Teacher, said: «At Erdington Academy our focus is not only on improving academic standards, but it is also on delivering innovative initiatives to help focus their minds on their future and raise their aspirations.

We employ over 100 teachers, so we recognise how important it is to acknowledge the hard work, determination and commitment not just of our learners but those who raise aspirations and inspire others to learn.»

Consequently 90 per cent agreed they would like attempt a degree, 100 per cent of parents stated it had raised their aspirations.

Here, Matt Lent explains how Future First are delivering opportunities to young people to boost their confidence and raise aspirations, by tackling issues around social mobility...