What can we learn from the Welsh education system?

Our 72nd interview is with Kirsty Williams, Minister for Education of Wales since 2016, Assembly Member for Brecon and Radnorshire since 1999 and former leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats from 2008 - 2016.

In this podcast, listen to Kirsty and Teacher Toolkit founder, Ross McGill discuss the Education Minister’s responsibilities and what growing up in the Welsh education system was like in the 80s and 90s. We hear why Kirsty chose politics and learn more about the planned changes in the Welsh curriculum and how teachers will be supported.

We discuss the importance of statutory relationships and sexuality education and Kirsty’s vision for Welsh schools and the education system; how workload issues manifest in Wales and go-to solutions, plus the Government's plans for spending on education and the importance of oracy and literacy.

What we liked the most was hearing how the Welsh government have redesigned their school curriculum and have decided to pause all school inspections until schools are ready...

You can find out more about Kirsty and her responsibilities on www.Gov.Wales/Kirsty-Williams-AM

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