Our CEO discusses the long-term implications of the pandemic for Citizenship - and why it's important this is addressed in schools when they return Read more
The Rt. Hon. Sir Brian Leveson, President of the Queen's Bench Division and Head of Criminal Justice, says why Mock Trials matter... Read more
It's been another amazing year for the Make a Difference Challenge! Find out how one school made it all the way to the House of Commons. Read more
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Millions of people in the UK are either not registered to vote, or are registered incorrectly - with young people being the most under-represented group. Our programmes administrator Kieran Burch looks at whether automatic voter registration could help close the democratic gap. Read more
Cheryl Goodchild is an Assistant Principal at a high performing secondary school in Hertfordshire. In this latest blog she shares her story of reapplying for the National SMSC Quality Mark award. Read more
With school closures, remote working and social distancing, COVID-19 has had a profound impact on our nations' young learners. Temptation maybe to stick to core academic subjects during home schooling, but it's a great opportunity for SMSC. Here's why! Read more
Ross Britain shares his journey from inspired Edinburgh schoolboy to Corporate Responsibility professional at CMS. In his blog he highlights the importance of employee volunteer programmes to supplement traditional curriculum delivery. Read more
Before booking yourself onto a training course, it's important you choose the appropriate training to invest in. Here are six questions to ask yourself to increase your chances of choosing wisely. Read more... Read more
During my studies at the University of Essex, I enrolled on a student volunteer programme that allowed me to work with teenagers in schools. Six weeks later and Y9 students were expressing themselves politically in front of their peers. Here's my tips for success! Read more
Gemma, an Assistant Head Teacher in Coventry, discusses how SMSC provision helps them fulfill the school's mission of preparing children for life. Find out how... Read more
Does the current UK Justice system protect its citizens' access to justice? As a Australian citizen, interning at a youth participation charity I was keen to explore. Read more
As SMSC lead in a EYFS and KS1 school, we recognised the importance of preparing rounded individuals and believed our provision to be of a high standard. The Quality Mark gave us that external validation as well as valuable support. Read more... Read more
14-year-old Scottish environmentalist, Holly Gillibrand, shares her climate activism journey, from striking outside her school in Fort William to campaigning at Westminster, alongside Greta Thunberg. Read more
Experts in Schools business volunteer, Badr Iftikhar, shares his experience of working with young Londoners during an employer-supported volunteer opportunity. Read more
With the global climate strikes shining a light on youth activism, I've discovered more stories of inspirational young women who are making a big difference. Read more
Ciara Martin, Director in FTI Consulting's Strategic Communications Team, shares her volunteering experience with the Experts in Schools programmes. Read more
Primary teacher, Beth Gascoigne-Owens, sought a solution to the ever-changing landscape of society and increasing curriculum demands. Discover her solution... Read more
Executive Headteacher and former Ofsted Inspector, Sue Sayers explains how the SMSC Quality Mark's audit tool was key for identifying progress pathways and addressing the new OFSTED framework. Read more
Stella Baynes, talks about her experiences of delivering the Make a Difference Challenge social action programme in her daughter's primary school. Read more
Hannah, a mock trial participant from yesteryear, shares how her experience led to the discovery of a career path. Read her journey. Read more
The new Ofsted Education Inspection Framework goes live in September 2019. In this blog David Kerr discusses the opportunities for Citizenship, FBV and SMSC as well as providing school leaders with 10 key actions. Read more
Akasa Pradhan reflects on the 25th year of Magistrates Court Mock Trial Competition and what it means to be an active citizen Read more
Having spent more than a decade watching young people apply the law in Crown Courts, it was my turn to jump into the jury. Hear how I got on... Read more
Having encouraged social action in schools for years, Yvonne felt it time to give her time to tackle an issue on her doorstep. Find out what she discovered... Read more
In February, Home Secretary Sajid Javid revoked Shamima Begum's British citizenship, following her decision to join a terror cult overseas. Did Javid get this right? Who should take responsibility now? Read more
The new OFSTED framework is out for public consultation prior to its implementation in September 2019. It currently suggests a big role for SMSC provision... Read more