November 2024 Citizenship subject update
Welcome to your Pearson Edexcel Citizenship Studies November 2024 subject update!
I hope that the second half term is progressing well for you and your learners. I wanted to share some information regarding our Citizenship Studies CPD resources, our Pearson National Teaching Awards and Edition 10 of Citizenship in the News. I hope you find these useful!
As always, if you have any queries about anything in this subject update or about our qualification, then please do get in touch with me.
Best wishes,
Jenna Wyatt
Bookings are now open!
I'm excited to share that I am now taking 1-1 appointments with teachers to support you in delivering our Citizenship qualification. Appointments are available now and can be booked up to 4 weeks in advance.
Book an appointment through the following link: Bookings
GCSE Citizenship Studies CPD events
On 8 October 2024, we ran an online training session for teachers wishing to take an in depth look at feedback relating to our GCSE Citizenship summer 2024 exam series.
For those who were unable to join us, we have a pre-recorded on-demand version available to watch:
GCSE Citizenship Studies: Exam Insights May/June 2024 - YouTube
Link to the delegate pack is available through the following link:
Edexcel GCSE Citizenship Studies (2016) | Pearson qualifications
Upcoming events
The upcoming online event is intended to support teachers who wish to familiarise and/or improve their understanding of assessment practices for Pearson Edexcel's GCSE Citizenship Studies.
Book onto this training below:
GCSE Citizenship Studies: Assessment and Marking Training 13 February 2025- 16:00-17:30
Resources
Citizenship in the News
‘Citizenship Studies in the News’ aims to stimulate discussion for GCSE Citizenship Studies by considering contemporary issues and their relevance to our lives.
We have compiled a range of current news articles* and linked these to the key questions, explored in themes A-D of the specification. You may wish to investigate and integrate into your teaching practice to help contextualise key issues and bring the subject to life!
The 2025 Pearson National Teaching Awards are now open for entry!
The Pearson National Teaching Awards aim to raise the profile of the teaching profession, highlight the positive impact teachers and school leaders have in our society – with pupils, parents and the wider community, and show teachers how much they are valued.
Entry is free, and the awards are open to all state and independent schools and FE colleges in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
2025 entries are now open, and we want to get as many early entries in as possible. Deadline for applications is 28th February.
A nomination can have a huge impact, not just on those entered, but on the whole community.
Enter today by clicking the link below:
The Pearson National Teaching Awards
2025 categories:
- Outstanding New Teacher of the Year, supported by the Department for Education
- Lifetime Achievement, supported by the Department for Education·
- FE Lecturer, supported by the Department for Education·
- FE Team of the Year, supported by the Department for Education
- Headteacher of the Year in a Primary School, supported by Hays Education
- Headteacher of the Year in a Secondary School, supported by Hays Education·
- Teacher of the Year in a Primary School·
- Teacher of the Year in a Secondary School, supported by Nord Anglia Education
- Early Years Team of the Year supported by the Department for Education·
- Transformational Use of Digital Technology, supported by Nord Anglia Education
- Teaching Assistant of the Year
- Primary School of the Year – Making a Difference
- Secondary School of the Year – Making a Difference
- School or College Partnership of the Year, supported by PIXL
- SEND and Inclusive practice, supported by Logitech
- Unsung Hero
Enrichment opportunities
UK Parliament events
13 February 2025 is Home Education Day Visit. This includes a tour of the Palace of Westminster and a variety of self-led activities for all ages and abilities.
Learn more about Home Education Day Visit - Parliament UK Education
On 14 February 2025 there is a SEND Quiet Day. This sensory adventure around Parliament is tailored to your group’s needs and takes place during their quietest times.
Learn more about SEND Quiet Day - Parliament UK Education
On 23 January 2025 you can apply for a free school visit to UK Parliament in Summer Term.
Enjoy a unique learning experience on a free school visit to UK Parliament. More information on how to request a school visit will be available on their website soon.
Become a Creativity Champion
64 Million Artists (supported by Pearson) have created a resource pack for schools to support delivery of The January Challenge 2025. This initiative will help more students, and more teachers feel creative at school, creating a stronger sense of community, agency, wellbeing, and a capacity to engage with the curriculum. We hope a creative January inspires a creative February and beyond!
Learn more about The January Challenge The January Challenge 2025 - 64 Million Artists
Download the Creativity Champions pack for schools
Subject advisor
Jenna Wyatt
Citizenship
