Not the normal sort of article from WhichMIS? but we’ve been made aware that The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Education has launched a call for evidence into the loss of the love of learning.
Increases in absenteeism, home-schooling, behavioural challenges and a decline in both student and teacher mental health have contributed to concerns that education no longer fosters a love for learning and teaching.
As people stay in both education and work for longer, it is essential that the education system cultivates curiosity and a desire for continuous lifelong learning.
The inquiry seeks to understand whether there is a decline in the love of learning and will provide practical recommendations for policymakers, teachers, parents and young people.
Chair of the Education APPG Steve Witherden MP
“Today we are launching an inquiry into the loss of a love of learning. We want to hear from teachers, parents, students, and anyone else involved in education.
Education is currently in crisis. More and more students are being home-schooled, attendance is falling and concerns around SEND and mental health for staff and pupils are rising.
We want your input on how we can reignite the love of learning”
Click the image below to view the video message from Steve Witherden MP:
Terms of Reference
BESA, the British Education Supplier’s Association, is proud to support the Education APPG and we will be working closely with the Secretariat to engage members and other stakeholders in the work of the group.
The call for evidence opened last month until Tuesday, 22 April 2025.
BESA encourages any stakeholder with an interest in education to consider submitting into the call for evidence.
Disclosure:
This is not an official message of Parliament. It has not been approved by either House. APPGs are informal groups of Parliamentarians with a common interest in particular issues. The views expressed are those of the group.
The Secretariat of the Education APPG is provided by Ranelagh Ltd with the support of the British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA).
Please send any responses to educationappg@ranelaghuk.com
