The interim report by Prof Becky Francis emphasizes the need to enhance arts education in English schools, citing concerns that creative subjects have been sidelined since 2010. The national curriculum's goal was to foster appreciation for human creativity, but policy shifts devalued arts in favor of academic subjects like English and maths. The importance of creative expression in children is underscored, especially given the economic and cultural significance of the UK's creative industries. There's a stark contrast between state and private school opportunities, raising urgent questions about equitable access to arts education.
The national curriculum is meant to engender an appreciation of human creativity, but since 2010, the arts have been relegated to second fiddle.
The decision by the government to place a higher value on other qualifications has affected the creative learning opportunities available to students.
Efforts to raise standards in primary schools led to a reduced emphasis on play and creativity, while literacy and maths remained the primary focus.
The disparity between opportunities at state and private schools is enormous, particularly concerning access to arts education.
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