What did you like about the day?
'This was a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to hear from some of the nation’s
leading lights and I hope that it will become a staple of our calendar for many years to come'
Bethany School
“It was a highly engaging and informative day. The students enjoyed the trip immensely and had the opportunity to meet some prominent political figures, which they were all extremely pleased about.”
BSFC
"The students took the opportunity to listen to, and question (and)... thoroughly
enjoyed themselves listening to the ideas and policies of these luminaries."
Paston Sixth Form College
"The day was truly inspiring as it gave us the opportunity to learn about the roles of different ministers in Parliament. As well as this, it allowed us to decide on our own political views and helped us all to understand more about the political system that we had learnt so much about in class."
"It was a very stimulating day and it really brought Politics to life. It was good for the A Level students from Sydenham to see that they are part of a wider learning community. There cannot be a better time to be studying A Level Politics in such interesting, if not turbulent times!"
"The Lower 6th Politics students attended a conference at Central Hall, Westminster shortly before the end of last term. Everyone was impressed by the eloquence of the speakers and found the experience to be very interesting."
"Several of our students attempted to ask questions of the Conference speakers and (two) were able to put questions to the speakers. Both were complimented for the quality of their questions.
“Our Politics students have attended this conference every year and are invariably surprised and challenged by the speakers. It’s a unique opportunity to speak directly to national leaders.”
"The trip gave us a new insight into politics and the way that politicians work. We were exposed to different views, more often than not from within the same party. This was most interesting of all, as we got to understand the extent to which opinions can fluctuate"
"Twenty Year 12 Politics students travelled to London to take part in an A-level Politics Conference where they would hear from esteemed members of the British political scene and have the opportunity to ask questions."
Conyers School
Politics C438
Great reviews continue to come in for our A Level Politics Student Conference C438 on Monday,
from teachers and student, alike:
'I loved hearing the speakers and the whole atmosphere of the conference. It was a really good insight into the world of politics in a real world way - if that makes sense. It was also just really easy and smooth. Thank you for a great day out !'
RL, student
'I really liked the polling activities. I like too, that many speakers allowed for lots of questions from the students. As a teacher, communication was clear and effective and made life easy for me to sort at this end'
AS, teacher
'The range of speakers, the buzz. Great conference, no suggestions. Students really enjoyed the day and got so much from it, thank you'
JG, teacher
GS, teacher, especially rated:
'Sian Berry, Mr Speaker, Nigel Farage'
'The questions, and the incredible speakers'
were highlights for CW, student
OJ, a student, loved
'The real debate' and asked for: 'More time!! (I know that probably isn’t possible)'
DK, a student, praised:
'The openness to ask questions'
'I enjoyed the deep enthusiasm with which some of the guests spoke'
TB, student
R, a Birkenhead student, praised:
'the Speaker's talk, the opportunity to interact with politicians'
'Stella Creasy was amazing so inspiring. I loved the way she advocated for women’s rights and spoke so eloquently about her topics.'
EM, Norwich student
Economics C440
Thanks for such a great event yesterday, my students are all still buzzing!
CN, teacher
**
Thank you for today. It has been incredible
NG, teacher
The calibre of the speakers. The content was absolutely spot on for A-level economics. Really well pitched.
All the speakers were fantastic, so engaging. Ed Balls, Tim Harford, Grace Blakeley and Kate Raworth were all fantastic!!
CT, teacher
Very engaging and knowledgeable speakers
JH, student
Lots interesting insights into different versions and concepts of economics
RM, student
Range of speakers, length of talks, interactive nature, pitch of speakers
MC, teacher
Very engaging and knowledgeable speakers
JH, teacher
POLITICS C435
Just wanted to say a massive thank you for all the organisation that went into Monday - it was a great event and our students really enjoyed it!
DC, Cadbury College
Just a quick note to thank you for the Politics Conference on Monday and congratulations on such a successful day. To hear a 90 year old Lord Dubs views contrasting with the comparative youngsters from the SNP and the Greens was interesting.
CN (a teacher who has been coming for over 20 years!)
'Thank you for yesterday, It was our first time attending the conference and felt it was very well organised. It was fantastic to hear from so many high profile politicians and the students had a great time!'
CK, Richard Huish
...it was a fab day and thank you for organising - they're still talking about it and particularly enjoyed Jess Philips, Jeremy Corbyn, and Sir Rees-Mogg.
Richard Huish
'We had a great time at the conference! All of the speakers were brilliant, and it meant many students were able to see politics in action.'
CS, Fullbrook School
A successful trip! An exciting and educational event thanks to @PolEconUK. Well done to our sixth form students for engaging and asking questions to the great line up of key politicians.
Very happy to be heading off on our first History and Politics trip in years - London awaits
Politics A Level students from
had a great day at the
event yesterday. And we had brilliant seats! Thank you to everyone who organised this event, and to everyone who took part - HERE
ECONOMICS C436
What did you like about the day?
'Everything! It was perfect!'
'The range of speakers, brisk pace, good sight lines, comfy chairs, good loos!'
The Charter School
'Q&A and the range of speakers'
'I especially enjoyed Kate Raworth’s section about Doughnut Economics!'
'The venue made it really accessible for every student to engage with the presentation'
Bishop's Stortford College
'Diversity of speakers and topics'
The Judd School
'Excellent speakers. Relevant topics'
Cranbrook School
'The variety of speakers'
Roundwood Park
'Excellent selection of guest speakers. Liked the 30 minute sessions. Excellent quality of speakers.'
Hitchin School
'Kate Raworth'
The Skinners' School
'Hearing professionals opinions about issues we see in the news'
Shiplake College
'Wide range of speakers, mostly experts, offering differing viewpoints'
Queen Elizabeth's School
'Great range of speakers, information was presented in bite-size chunks of thirty minutes or so which was ideal for student attention span! Good venue too.'
Fettes College