Mick will help trust leaders consider what they can do to power up learning in key stage 3 to prepare all learners to succeed in key stage 4 and later life. It will help you to consider how to get ahead of upcoming changes in the sector to embed evidence informed approaches to curriculum, pedagogy and assessment that will improve outcomes for all. 

Mick Waters is a leading figure in UK curriculum design who has held senior roles from headteacher to Chief Education Officer for Manchester. He has advised schools, trusts and governments on designing curricula that inspire learning. His books include A Curious Curriculum, Thinking Allowed: On Schooling and The Working Class: Poverty, Education and Alternative Voices reflect his advocacy for creativity, equity and purposeful schooling.