Lyfta Education

Introducing this #LyftaMoment taken from a brand new storyworld 'Dancing Together'. Naissa's story is timely and important amid current cultural debates around gender identity. Including this story in the curriculum fosters meaningful discussions about relationships and the complexities of identity, providing a safe space for students to explore these topics. It has the potential to counter harmful narratives and promote a more inclusive and understanding environment. This story - like all of our stories linked to the nine protected characteristics of the 2010 Equality Act - is about being human and our relationships with others. Read more here: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eFEEgNHp Thank you director sky neal and SATYA FILMS LTD for this beautiful film ❤️

A Curriculum Fit for the Future.

This week we had the opportunity to sit down with education leaders in the North West for an evening of inspiring discussion over a shared meal. Together, we delved into how we can nurture a generation of curious, compassionate, and critical thinkers in our schools - a challenge that is becoming more and more urgent in the current climate increasing misinformation and polarisation. The conversation was insightful, enriching and important. Thank you for being part of the events and sharing your thoughts and reflections Manny Botwe, Ellen Walton, Stephen Gabriel, Natasha Sandland, Helen Dowd Hinde, Ian Parry, Emma Stewart, Dan Thomas, Matt Snelson, Catherine Walmsley, Mark Moorhouse, Sarah Knipe and Lyfta colleagues Serdar Ferit, Leah Stewart, Rahul Karavadra and Chris Smith. If you are a trust or school leader interested in being part of this vital conversation, we are hosting a series of roundtable dinners and virtual events throughout the year. If you know trust or school leaders who should be part of the conversation, feel free to share! Find out more at https://lnkd.in/euyZGqBm

Really looking forward to being part of Association of School and College Leaders #ASCL2025 conference tomorrow. We'd love the opportunity to speak with you about the power of real human stories to nurture curious, compassionate, and critical thinkers in our schools. Please take a moment, turn the sound up, and watch this short (3min) film to hear what young people think of Lyfta... We'll be on stand 87 - please come and say hello to Serdar Ferit and Rahul Karavadra during the event. https://hubs.la/Q03bGrWR0

In an era of increasing misinformation and polarisation, the need to nurture a generation of curious, compassionate, and critical thinkers has never been more urgent. Last night, we had the opportunity to sit down with education leaders for an evening of inspiring discussion over a shared meal. Together, we delved into how education can truly empower young minds to think critically, question thoughtfully, and engage with the world in meaningful ways. The conversation was not only enriching but essential. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and shared their valuable insights and reflections amy brown, David Bailey, Mike Berrill, Jenny Laurie, Glenn Bezalel, Jenny Powlesland, Andrea Silvain, Joseph Spence, Alice Whitby and Rebecca Plaskitt ❤️ and our Lyfta colleagues Serdar Ferit, Leah Stewart, Daniele Mercanti and Harriet Marshall, PhD. We're sorry you were not able to join us on this occasion Debra Smith, Joshua Plotkin, Nick Osborne. We very much hope you can join us for a future roundtable. If you are a trust or school leader interested in being part of this vital conversation, we are hosting a series of roundtable dinners and virtual events throughout the year. If you know trust or school leaders who should be part of the conversation, feel free to tag them! Find out more at https://lnkd.in/euXZHQ8g.

Delighted that Accord Multi Academy Trust, THE SOCIETAS TRUST, Shaw Primary Academy, St Aiden's Church of England Academy (part of LEARNING ACCORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST, Venturers' Academy, Coritani Academy (part of ISLE EDUCATION TRUST), Someries Infant School, Whitefield Primary School, Holly Meadows School and West Lea School are all starting another 12 months of partnership with Lyfta, to nurture curious, compassionate critical thinkers in their schools. ❤️🌎 Thank you for continuing to be part of the growing community! #LyftaJourney #StoriesThatConnectUs

A simple idea can have a profound impact... Ross Newman, CEO at The Leaf Trust shares how something as straightforward as making the school kitchen available for communities to book on a rota basis can help children reconnect with their heritage and create spaces where conversations focus on shared experiences rather than differences—fostering a sense of belonging and understanding. Thank you to all the educators who have been part of these roundtable discussions so far. The challenges are complex, but by sharing ideas and working together, we can create meaningful change. We still have a few spaces available for our roundtable dinner discussions next week in London on Monday, Manchester on Tuesday (co-hosted with Manny Botwe) and in Liverpool on Wednesday (co-hosted with Ian Parry from Southport Learning Trust). If you're a trust leader keen to be part of this important conversation, please register your interest here. https://hubs.la/Q039F6Rc0

How do we prepare young people for a world overflowing with misinformation? In this blog via Bett Global, Paulina Tervo explores how we can teach young people how to question wisely, think critically, and act with compassion. 📖 Read more: https://bit.ly/43nb2qh

LAST CHANCE to join this free uplifting event at 4pm today! Please join our Director of Education Harriet Marshall, PhD and Dr Penny Hay from Bath Spa University for Creative Conversations, to explore how we can build connection, compassion and curiosity through human stories from around the world. #StoriesThatConnectUs https://hubs.la/Q039qn6d0

"We were talking about... all the media and everything our children are faced with every single day. And you look across the world and you look at our news and you see the divide there is in the world, and the opinion about the divide. People are very opinionated and that then feeds into the media our children are seeing. But you bring in a story, and stories are so powerful, because everybody relates to a story... and suddenly everything is different and that divide isn't there in the same way." Flora C. Executive Head, John Rankin Schools reflecting on our polarised society and the power of stories to focus on our common humanity. At our recent roundtable discussions for education leaders, one of the many themes explored was the power of human stories to connect us. In an age of misinformation and increased polarisation, seeing and valuing our common humanity is vital and helps young people make sense of the world and their place within it. By making time and holding space for these important conversations, together we’re shaping a future where students are equipped with curiosity, compassion, and critical thinking to thrive. We still have a few spaces available for our roundtable dinner discussions in the North West next week. If you're a trust leader who would like to be part of the conversation, please register your interest here. https://bit.ly/4ko5pOO Serdar Ferit, Leah Stewart, Rahul Karavadra