We want to see a society where every young person is set up to thrive in life, not just exams. So that even in times of constant change, every child will feel emboldened to contribute positively to the world around them.
We believe that this is everyone’s business. All parts of society, including parents, employers, and civil society, need to work together to support young people and schools.
Our hopes for change for young people and across the system
In 2019 we created our 10 big hopes for change, publishing them with the hashtag #hopes4ed. These are the changes we want to see for all young people and across the wider education system.
Under each hope we have set out a big idea for a solution or approach we want to make a reality. The 10 big hopes for change underpin and drive all that we do.
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There is a new public conversation about education
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All young people are set up to thrive in life not just exams
03.
There is a broader view and story of success for every child
04.
Every child can fall in love with learning and keep on learning for life
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Trusted relationships give every child support to learn and thrive
06.
Multiple pathways through learning and into work are valued and supported
07.
Professional learning is as important as student learning
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All schools are actively supported to improve and learn together
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Schools and communities thrive as part of local learning ecosystems
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Education is protected from short-term politics
Together we can make big change
Become a Striver
Strive is a movement. It’s about people challenging themselves, connecting with a like-minded network and creating a better future for young people.
Become a Supporter
By donating to Big Change you’ll help us to support all young people, regardless of their background or circumstances, to thrive in life, not just exams. Your support is needed now more than ever.
Become a Partner
You could be a business, trust or foundation. If you’re passionate about working towards a more hopeful future by providing either financial or non-financial support, we’d love to chat.