Liverpool Cultural Education Partnership

Liverpool established its ‘Local Cultural Education Partnership’ (LCEP) in March 2016, in response to the Arts Council England’s Cultural Education Challenge.

The Arts Council launched the challenge in a bid to make sure that more children and young people can:

  • create, compose, and perform;
  • visit, experience and participate in extraordinary work;
  • know more, understand more, and review the experiences they’ve had.

The Cultural Education Challenge asks art and cultural organisations, educational institutions and local authorities to join up and think differently about how we all work together to give every child and young person these opportunities. You can learn more about local cultural education partnerships across the North West on the Curious Minds website.

Governance of the Liverpool Cultural Education Partnership (LCEP)

Please visit the Liverpool Learning Partnership website to find out about LCEP governance, who is involved and access the most recently approved minutes of the steering group.

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These sessions offer a wonderful opportunity to bond with your baby, connect with other parents and carers, and start building a lifelong love of books together through fun, creative storytelling. Led by artist Roger Hill, each session includes time for discussion and sharing, book recommendations and reviews, individual and group reading, and fun activities centred around the weekly core story. It’s never too early to start reading with your baby - book now to secure your place. £52 (for 6 sessions, booking required) Hot drinks provided
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Alongside inspiring young people, the Roadshow supports teachers by modelling high-quality facilitation techniques that can be embedded into everyday classroom practice. The approach promotes pupil voice, builds confidence in discussing complex issues and contributes to a positive learning culture where every child feels heard, valued and able to participate. The workshops align with curriculum priorities while also supporting personal development, wellbeing and the development of lifelong thinking skills.

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The Comedy Trust and award-winning comedian Sam Avery are bringing Public Speaking Sessions to schools – helping young people to find their voice.

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For all personalities and any level of experience, these sessions help pupils shine in front of an audience – and in life!

Our tutor for these sessions is Sam Avery. He’s an award-winning stand-up, bestselling author, renowned speaker and viral blogger. With 5 sell-out UK tours and over 20 years experience of working with young people, he’s bursting with engaging tips and memorable activities that will change your pupils’ lives.

Sessions cost £300. To enquire about booking please contact us.

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