Our free ACTive Citizenship Toolkits help schools plan pupil-led projects from KS2–KS4. Join us on 20 Nov, 4pm for a practical webinar with tips, strategies & examples to get started. Book today: ow.ly/KMqs50WYR3V

What does effective racial equity in the curriculum look like? Join our expert-led session on 16 Oct, 4pm to: ✔️ Explore practical approaches ✔️ Learn from examples in practice ✔️ Discuss whole-school policy & leadership Book now: ow.ly/b0pe50WYQQ8

Following her article for Teaching Times in August, @moorsee.bsky.social spoke to Oliver Sullivan to share her perspective on what #Votesat16 means for education, democracy, and the future of Citizenship teaching. Watch it here: ow.ly/Kush50X2Eks

Davison CE High School shows how embedding Citizenship across curriculum, culture and community creates confident, active citizens. Explore the case study: ow.ly/n2GN50WYR01 #ActiveCitizenship

Davison CE High School shows how embedding Citizenship across curriculum, culture and community creates confident, active citizens. Explore the case study: ow.ly/n2GN50WYR01 #ActiveCitizenship

Looking to refresh your Citizenship curriculum but short on time? ACT’s Model Core Curriculum for KS3 & KS4 is mapped to the national curriculum & ACT’s 9 principles - exclusive to School & College members. View the ready-to-use lesson packs: ow.ly/nk9750WYQ0l

Don’t miss this free in-person event: Understanding the Interplay: Education, lived worldviews & citizenship 📅 23 Sept, 3–7pm | LSBU London With workshops, new research & a panel incl. Liz Moorse, ACT Chief Exec. Book free: ow.ly/3PSw50WYQu2 #FreeEvent #Citizenship

Don’t miss this free in-person event: Understanding the Interplay: Education, lived worldviews & citizenship 📅 23 Sept, 3–7pm | LSBU London With workshops, new research & a panel incl. Liz Moorse, ACT Chief Exec. Book free: ow.ly/3PSw50WYQu2 #FreeEvent #Citizenship

Today is #InternationalDayofPeace – we’re highlighting Teaching Citizenship Journal Issue 56: Conflict and Peace. Discover features, case studies, lesson plans & resources on teaching peace and conflict in Citizenship. Read more: ow.ly/nbqg50WYPJ7 #PeaceEducation

On this #InternationalDayofPeace, we reflect on the challenging times our world faces. Today is a reminder of the importance of unity, understanding and striving for peace in our communities and across the globe.

Finding time for professional development isn’t easy. That’s why we created the ACT Academy – a flexible way to develop your skills when it suits you. Explore our e-learning courses, on-demand sessions, and library of expert insights from past conferences: ow.ly/ISs850WVVcf

Today is #InternationalEqualPayDay, a day to bring attention to the ongoing issue of gender-based pay discrimination around the world. By advocating for change, we inch closer to closing the gap and ensuring fair pay for all. #PayEquity

Hear from primary and secondary experts on how to get the most from our ACTive Citizenship Toolkits (KS2–KS4) in our session on 20 Nov at 4pm. Gain strategies, build confidence, and support pupils to lead meaningful projects. Register: ow.ly/aYPC50WVV5f

In recent polling carried out by the @johnsmithcentre.com, two-thirds of young people said that school hasn’t prepared them to vote. Eddie Barnes, Director of the John Smith Centre, echoes ACT's call to guarantee every pupil access to #CitizenshipEducation:

Skills Builder UK's new report sets out a blueprint for embedding oracy in the national curriculum. It argues that oracy skills – like those developed through deliberative discussion in Citizenship lessons, are essential for learning & life. Report: ow.ly/s5oP50WXyzJ

From #climateaction to #communityvoice, pupils want to make a difference. Our new KS2 Active Citizenship Toolkit & Award gives teachers practical resources to guide and celebrate pupil-led change. Free for all ACT members: ow.ly/4Voh50WVUB5

ACT's @moorsee.bsky.social recently spoke to @SchoolsWeek on #Votesat16 & the future of Citizenship education. Additional insights from ACT teachers, underlining why high-quality Citizenship is vital for young people: ow.ly/WgFj50WWCsK

Our expert-led session designed for school leaders, governors, teachers and EDI leads will explore policies, curriculum design & integration, offering practical strategies to embed racial equity and empower every student. 16 Oct, 4pm. Book now: ow.ly/acsG50WVUoW

With our resources, access to expert teachers, training, and events specifically geared towards Citizenship education, as an ACT member, you have everything you need to lead, teach and support your students with ease. ow.ly/onRk50WTG4T

Join @moorsee.bsky.social, Helen Blachford and @joyofteaching.bsky.social at the SecEd AI in Schools Online Conference (8–9 Oct) for a session on: 🔹 Media & info literacy 🔹 Ethical use of AI 🔹 Critical thinking & responsibility Book now: ow.ly/NJgV50WTGml

Research shows GCSE Citizenship Studies boosts political understanding & engagement, especially for young women & ethnic minority students. If Votes at 16 is to succeed, all students must receive high-quality #CitizenshipEd. ow.ly/6xKc50WTFKe

With #Votesat16 on the horizon, delivering high-quality #CitizenshipEd is crucial. Join ACT as a School & College member to access resources, CPD & all you need to prepare your students to become active citizens – and save you hours of time planning: ow.ly/kxkp50WTFY8

At #ECER2025, @citizenlj.bsky.social, Faiza Hyder & Yaqub Hilal shared findings from the NCES study on active citizenship outcomes and Citizenship education’s power to build democratic engagement. Explore the report: ow.ly/Untu50WV0hx

Recent polling by @johnsmithcentre.com, shows that while young people are eager to have a say, many don’t yet feel confident about politics or voting. Schools have a crucial role in building political and media literacy, giving pupils the skills to shape their future.

How can schools facilitate deliberation and consideration of political issues whilst staying impartial? Our guide for teachers includes: ✅Law & DfE guidance ✅ Practical tips for teaching controversial issues ✅ Model policy ow.ly/ykWM50WTFH4

ACT researchers Faiza Hyder and Yaqub Hilal are in Belgrade to present research at the European Conference on Educational Research. #ECER2025 is exploring the role of #EdResearch in shaping the future of education. We’ll be sharing highlights from the presentation tomorrow.

We were pleased to attend yesterday’s launch of the Children's Commissioner’s school census. Inspiring stories from Youth Ambassadors & insightful debate with Andy Burnham and Bridget Phillipson. The report highlights concerns on rising misogyny—Citizenship & media literacy are key.

"It’s in all of our interests for young people to feel that they should be engaged in politics [...] that sort of stuff we should be teaching our kids pretty young." @alastaircampbell2.bsky.social speaking in ep 437 of @therestpolitics.bsky.social ow.ly/Zvf850WNsv0

Ahead of #Votesat16, ensuring your students are ready to participate in democracy is vital. S&C membership gives you access to CPD, ready-to-use resources & a national support network – helping you deliver impactful #CitizenshipEd confidently. ow.ly/H5ok50WMf4u

Educational Psychology student, Phoebe, has started a petition to call for strengthened mandatory #CitizenshipEd and enhanced resources and teacher training. With the voting age set to be lowered, it's crucial that #Citizenship is prioritised. Sign it: ow.ly/rv1050WNFBU

Planning your curriculum? Save yourself hours with our Model Core Curricula, mapped to the #NationalCurriculum for England. Lessons available for S&C members. KS3: ow.ly/PuC150WNrQl KS4: ow.ly/LCIM50WNrQk

Speaking with ‪@rory-stewart.bsky.social‬ recently on @therestpolitics.bsky.social , ‪@alastaircampbell2.bsky.social‬ highlighted his support for #CitizenshipEd He stated: "I think politics, Citizenship and engagement should be taught in primary schools." We couldn't agree more! ow.ly/iUhY50WMQ4e

Misinformation is prevalent on social media. Young people need to be taught critical thinking skills to navigate it. If #Votesat16 is to work, it must be backed by high-quality Citizenship education in every school and college. ow.ly/Zlha50WMeQG

With 16- and 17-year-olds set to vote in the next General Election, providing high quality, well-structured #CitizenshipEd is crucial. Where to start? Great lesson planning. This on-demand CPD helps you deliver lessons with clarity & confidence: ow.ly/wTgf50WLvGi

We empower educators and schools to inspire active, engaged citizens through high-quality Citizenship teaching. At ACT, we specialise in providing tailored support and expert guidance to help you succeed. ow.ly/1Jkm50WLvwN #JoinUs #Votesat16 #MakeSpaceforCitizenship

Will you be teaching GCSE Citizenship Studies for the first time in September? Learn the fundamentals at your own pace with our on-demand CPD session. Register today and watch straight away: ow.ly/Z8fH50WFSf1 #CPD #CitizenshipEducation #GCSECitizenshipStudies

The no. of students sitting #GCSECitizenshipStudies in 2025 has risen compared to 2024, but remains less than a quarter of the avg. entries seen before 2010. With #Votesat16 on the way, it’s time to #MakeSpaceforCitizenship in every school: ow.ly/UTbv50WJwPM #GCSEResultsDay

A message from ACT's Chief Executive, Liz Moorse. A huge congratulations to all the #GCSECitizenshipStudies students and teachers receiving their results today for all their hard work! 👏 #GCSEResultsDay #CitizenshipEducation

Wishing the very best of luck to all students getting their GCSE Citizenship Studies results tomorrow! Huge thanks to all the dedicated #Citizenship teachers who’ve worked so hard to prepare and inspire them 👏🤩👏 #GCSEResultsDay #GCSECitizenshipStudies #ExamResults

We are delighted to announce the winning entry of our peace poetry competition: 'something' - by Mina Cousins Mina will receive a copy of Post-Atomic Glossaries by Antony Owen – a moving anthology exploring the human impacts of conflict. Thanks again to everyone who entered!

Young people care about the issues that shape their lives, but they need high-quality Citizenship education to explore them. The Curriculum and Assessment Review is a chance to reposition #CitizenshipEd as a central subject in the curriculum. Read more: ow.ly/cfLR50WFS1I

Planning your #Citizenship curriculum this summer? In this article, Kelly Allchin shares essential elements of strong planning, from vocabulary modelling to sequencing around big ideas. Read now - Teaching Citizenship, Issue 57, pp. 24-26: ow.ly/U8u550WFRlq

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, explore how your primary classroom can become a hub for real-world social change with the Make a Difference Challenge. Read more - pp.32-35: ow.ly/GFJ650WFQVa #ActiveCitizenship #Charity

Take our NCES survey for a free report on your school's #Citizenship provision, covering six key areas. The report highlights strengths, suggests improvements, and points you to useful ACT resources. Take part today! ow.ly/oisb50WFSqe #EdChat #CitizenshipEducation

When Jane Hayes, Head of Citizenship at Thomas Keble School, discovered ACT, it was a game-changer. She found a community that understood her challenges and offered flexible support for delivering Citizenship. ow.ly/jwZQ50WFSP7 #TeachingCitizenship

Our free online benchmarking tool measures the impact of your school's current Citizenship provision and signposts you to useful guidance and resources to help move it forward. Make sure to complete it before it closes on 31 August: ow.ly/oqbn50WC30R

Giving 16- & 17-year-olds the vote is just the starting point. To ensure that this legislation truly empowers young people, this #InternationalYouthDay, Citizenship education must be recentred in the national curriculum from primary to post-16. ow.ly/VtSb50WC2O1

Learn how to plan effective sequences of lessons with ease with our on-demand #CPD session! Explore key principles, curriculum choices, and get practical ideas to support your department. Register now & access the session anytime. ow.ly/6elR50WC3YO #CitizenshipEd

In the latest issue of #TeachingCitizenship, James Wright explores how to plan for Citizenship through an empathy lens, fostering critical understanding, emotional awareness, and intellectual humility. pp.56-57: ow.ly/ZmI750WC29X

Access to CPD across different strands, units of work for use right away in the classroom, access to teacher ambassadors for support and guidance - these are just some of the great reasons to #joinus!