Parliament's Education and Engagement Service will be hosting their next residential UK Parliament Teacher Ambassador Programme between 29th-31st January 2024. The aim is for teachers to experience Parliament first-hand and then return to their schools and colleges to develop understanding of and increase engagement with UK Parliament.
Transport, accommodation and most meal costs are covered and applications are welcome from teachers, school/college leaders and teacher training providers working with young people aged 5-18.
The course includes:
- Q&A sessions with the Speaker, Lord Speaker and Members of both Houses
- Talks from subject specialists
- Workshops devoted to key aspects of the work of UK Parliament
- Opportunities to explore new and exciting teaching ideas
- Tours of the Palace of Westminster and the Parliamentary Education Centre
The closing date for applications is Sunday 2 October.
Richard Fuller MP said:
This is a fantastic opportunity for teachers to learn about Parliament and take that back to the classroom and their wider communities and I really would encourage teachers from across North East Bedfordshire to apply.
For more information and in order to submit your application, please visit: https://learning.parliament.uk/en/session-workshop/uk-parliament-teacher-ambassador-programme/
More information can be watched on this video.
Other information on teacher training and CPD opportunities can be found at: https://learning.parliament.uk/en/teacher-training/