Darren Henley begins review of cultural education
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Culture Minister , which will be led by Classic FM Managing Director Darren Henley.
Mr Vaizey said that all children, regardless of background, should have a solid cultural education and this review follows on from Mr Henley鈥檚 well-received earlier this year.
鈥淥ur culture brings audiences from across the world and we are particularly adept at producing world-leading performers and artists,鈥� said . 鈥淭o remain in such a strong position we need to be sure that we are giving children the best start in their cultural education.鈥�
Defining a cultural education
Darren Henley is today issuing an (PDF 23kb) to anyone who wants to and feed into his review.聽He will aim to create a definition of what a solid cultural education should comprise of and how to make sure that all young people benefit from it.
鈥淚 hope to provide ministers with a report that shows how we can build on current successes in this area to develop a cultural education system which rivals that of other countries around the world,鈥� said Mr Henley. 鈥淎s part of the consultation I鈥檓 undertaking before writing my report, I look forward to hearing from teachers, parents and pupils as well as individuals and organisations involved in delivering the whole spectrum of cultural education to young people in England鈥�.
Welcoming the report Secretary of State for Education said: 鈥淓very child should be exposed to rich cultural opportunities. Too often, this is a privilege reserved for the wealthy few. This must change. This important review will play a key role in ensuring that children from all backgrounds can reap the benefits of our culture and heritage.鈥�
The review is expected to make its recommendations in the autumn.
Further information
- View a copy of 聽(PDF 23kb)