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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jul 15

Leaders throughout the school, and the wider education system, can support teachers by creating the conditions for creativity to flourish, because the imaginative and creative individuals of tomorrow - are needed today. 🧠

From pockets of best practice to sustained system change

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jul 15

However, inviting children to be questioning and curious helps them to think more deeply, critically and learn better in the long run. Inviting staff to challenge their assumptions and engage in enquiry learning helps them to support children to become more inquisitive.

From pockets of best practice to sustained system change

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jul 15

🔎 Being inquisitive is important for everyone in the learning environment, leaders, teachers and learners alike, but it's a skill that's often inadvertently stifled when there's concern about taking risks or a tick-box culture...

#EduSky

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Nia Richards FRSA @niarichards.bsky.social · Jul 2

This month’s Creativity, Arts & Culture in Education welcomes a brilliant guest: Dr Laurence Dubé-Rushby!

Hosted by me, @cceengland.bsky.social & @penahay.bsky.social, @bathspauni.bsky.social.

Join us online 8 July, 4.30pm (BST).

#CreativityInEducation
www.ticketsource.co.uk/creativity-c...

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jul 4

We believe that creativity in education ignites unlimited possibilities.
We want to build wonder-filled communities where everyone can think – and be – creative.
What does a wonder-filled community bring to mind for you? Tell us in the comments below ⬇️

#Education #Creativity #EduSky

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Christine Sawyer @christinesawyer.bsky.social · Jul 1

I feel it often comes when we are intentional & purposeful in seeking out places where it can occur. Last year, we adjusted some module tasks in our literacy curriculum to incorporate art & STEM, allowing for a more creative range of final products. #EduSky

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jul 1

We often hear, “I’m not creative, I teach history.”
But creativity isn’t subject-specific. It’s thinking in new ways, seeing patterns, and exploring possibilities.

💬 Where have you seen creativity shine in unexpected parts of your curriculum?

#EduSky #Education #Creativity

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jun 24

We're having a fantastic day in Manchester at one of our roundtable events, making (and building on) connections, and having important, exciting discussions! 🐝

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jun 16

When every student is expected to fly the same way, creativity stays static and grounded.
We're here to support school leaders in integrating creative thinking into education, helping every child soar to new heights, in school and beyond. ✨🧠🎨

How do you encourage creativity to take flight?

#EduSky

We want creativity to be part of every learning organisation and every system so that every learner, teacher, and leader can thrive.

CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jun 13

Environment shapes behavior.
A classroom that encourages creativity often looks different:
Writable walls. Flexible spaces. Materials to build, sketch, or dream.

💬 What does a creativity-friendly classroom look like to you? Share a photo of your favourite creative space in your classroom!

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · Jun 10

Are you ready to dip your toe into the @lfct.bsky.social waters?

Start by exploring the free resources on the website, designed to support school and teacher leaders who want to make creativity a visible, intentional part of everyday learning.

leadingforcreativethinking.org

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Dr Penny Hay @penahay.bsky.social · May 28

International Arts and Imagination Network (IAIN!)
Save the date for our next session
2pm BST 25 September 2025
www.bathspa.ac.uk/projects/int...

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Nia Richards FRSA @niarichards.bsky.social · Jun 8

“We need to create a climate for a way of being. Get people on the inside (of our schools and organisations) on board”

@lfct.bsky.social roundtable, Cardiff, with @collegeofteaching.bsky.social @alisonpeacock.bsky.social Welsh Government and Arts Council Wales.

@cceengland.bsky.social

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 30

Want to know how we do it? Find out more here: www.creativitycultureeducation.org/services/how...

How we do it | CCE

CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 30

Our current mission is for creativity to be part of every learning organisation and every system so that every learner, teacher, and leader can thrive, because creative and confident children and young people are the key to changing the world for the better.

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Leading for Creative Thinking @lfct.bsky.social · May 28

Are you ready to dip your toe into the Leading for Creative Thinking waters?

Start by exploring the free resources on our website, designed to support school and teacher leaders who want to make creativity a visible, intentional part of everyday learning.

leadingforcreativethinking.org

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Leading for Creative Thinking @lfct.bsky.social · May 15

This outcome is a testament to Cragside’s confident, relational, reflective, and outward-looking creative leadership. We’ve learned a huge amount from working with them, and we’re intrigued to see where their journey leads next!

Nia Richards FRSA @niarichards.bsky.social · May 15

Grateful @cceengland.bsky.social to be in our fourth year of walking alongside the brilliant team at Cragside Primary School.

"Pupils thrive in this nurturing and aspirational school."

This opening line from their latest Ofsted report says it all.

CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 28

Want to be the catalyst for change in your school, but don't know where to begin? It starts with small changes. This week, challenge students to solve a problem without using the obvious tools. Think cardboard instead of computers. Doodles instead of diagrams. Be the change. 💡

#EduSky

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Nia Richards FRSA @niarichards.bsky.social · May 16

🌅 Monday evening plans?

This month, we’re exploring one of the least talked-about creative sub-habits: intuition.

That gut feeling we ignore at our peril.

CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 6

Leading for Creative Thinking: online community meet-up #11
How does intuition shape our creative leadership?

📅 19 May 2025
🕖19:00 - 20:00 (BST)

Book your place: leadingforcreativethinking.org/events/leadi...

@lfct.bsky.social

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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · May 13

With @artscouncilengland.bsky.social funding we are using this framework to understand how Speech Bubbles supports children's creative development.

CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 13

The Creative Habits framework is the way we at Creativity, Culture and Education define and set a shared vocabulary for creativity.

This is not the only definition of creativity but it's a starting point for educators and settings around the world to embed creativity in educational settings.

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 15

We would love to know more @speechbubblescio.bsky.social

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Nia Richards FRSA @niarichards.bsky.social · May 15

Grateful @cceengland.bsky.social to be in our fourth year of walking alongside the brilliant team at Cragside Primary School.

"Pupils thrive in this nurturing and aspirational school."

This opening line from their latest Ofsted report says it all.

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CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 13

There are over 20 countries now using the model due to CCE's partnerships. How do you think about creativity? Tell us in the comments.

CCE @cceengland.bsky.social · May 13

The Creative Habits framework is the way we at Creativity, Culture and Education define and set a shared vocabulary for creativity.

This is not the only definition of creativity but it's a starting point for educators and settings around the world to embed creativity in educational settings.