Paul James
CEO, River Learning Trust
Paul James is a qualified teacher with over 25 years' experience in schools, including in senior leadership roles in a range of secondary education settings, and as a primary school governor and Independent Examinations Board member.
Hall 1
1 Series three
Beyond ‘belonging’: How can trusts nurture agency and aspiration in their pupils?
This session considers the growing body of evidence behind ‘belonging’ – which is widely acknowledged as the foundation for wellbeing and success in schools. It will also extend the conversation to embrace ‘becoming’, where every child not only feels like they belong, but also feels empowered and full of potential. The panel will discuss how trusts can nurture this agency and aspiration in their pupils, and how leaders can bring this evolving vision to life, for a more ambitious future for state education in England.