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Back to Basics or Bold Reform: What Do Schools Really Need?

What should the next chapter of education reform look like? As the world changes at a pace and public expectations continue to shift, fundamental questions about the purpose and design of our school system are once again in focus.

Featuring:

Lord Gove, Editor of The Spectator and Secretary of State for Education (2010–2014), Stephen Bush, columnist and Associate Editor at the Financial Times and Estelle Morris, Baroness Morris of Yardley.

This event finished on Saturday 30 May 2026

Genre: History, Politics and Current Affairs

Location: Chapel

Duration: 1 hour

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Back to Basics or Bold Reform: What Do Schools Really Need?

In an age of artificial intelligence, what should education prepare young people for? What role should parents play in shaping their children’s learning? Should diversity and innovation be prioritised, or is it time to return to first principles? Why does the school year still follow a centuries-old calendar — and what role should politicians play in the classroom? Join leading voices from politics and journalism for a timely and thought-provoking discussion exploring the future of education in the UK.