Our Pioneering Education Network
At Atelier 21, we are passionate about pioneering innovative educational approaches that foster a love of learning and develop essential skills for the future. Our offerings extend beyond our own classrooms, providing unique opportunities for teachers, both state and independent schools, and educational leaders to engage with our methodologies. Explore our training courses, speaker opportunities and collaborative school projects, designed to inspire and transform education.
Training, Speaker Opportunities and Collaborative School Projects at Atelier 21:
Pioneering in Primary Training Course
A Guided Enquiry-Based Learning Programme Our training course is designed for teachers who seek to bring more awe and wonder in their classrooms. This comprehensive two-day programme, held at our pioneering future school, Atelier 21, offers a deep
dive into enquiry-based learning and the Reggio Emilia approach.
Day 1
– Assessing current teaching practices
– Challenging traditional norms and exploring the purpose of school
– Understanding the psychology of the learning environment
– An introduction to the Reggio Emilia Approach
– School tour and classroom observations
– Mirror exercises to build authentic trust
– Project work and tools for deconstruction
– Reflection and discussion
Day 2
– Exploring materials, spaces, and tools through ‘The Mystical Creature Project’
– Providing key reading and to-do lists for follow-up
– Follow-up includes video call check-ins, online reflections and troubleshooting sessions
Course Includes:
1. Visit to Atelier 21
2. Information-finding video call with leaders of change
3. Two days of immersive training
To book a place, email: info@atelier21schools.co.uk
Speaker Opportunities with Hayley Peacock – Educator, Entrepreneur and Positive Disruptor
Hayley Peacock, Founder Director of Atelier 21 Future School, is available for speaking engagements.
With a mission to transform education, Hayley brings a wealth of experience from founding award-winning
Early Years Centres to establishing Atelier 21. Her talks cover innovative educational practices, What’s the
point of school?, leadership and the Reggio Emilia approach.
About Hayley:
– Award-winning educator and business leader
– Speaker at the World Education Summit
– International speaker with presentations in Malaysia, China, Canada, and the UK
– Podcaster and advocate for educational innovation
– Founder of Little Barn Owls Early Years Centres
– Founder of Atelier 21 Future School
To book Hayley for a speaking engagement, email: info@atelier21schools.co.uk
Collaborative Schools Project
Flood AWE WONDER into Reception; KS1 Starting in September 2024 and January 2025, Atelier 21 invites Reception and Key Stage 1 teachers to join our Collaborative Schools Project. This initiative helps teachers integrate project-based, cross-curricular learning, led by pupil interests and ideas.
Project Overview:
– Collaborative project with multiple schools and Atelier 21 classes
– Bi-weekly Zoom meetings for reflection, sharing and planning
– Cross-curricular approach integrating literacy, maths, science and humanities
– Pre-project training and ongoing support for teachers
Commitment:
– A term-long project with options to extend
– All materials and training provided
– Continuous support from Atelier 21 staff
If you are a primary teacher interested in joining, email: info@atelier21schools.co.uk
