Studio school

Type of secondary school

The Studio School Liverpool, a studio school in Liverpool

A studio school is a type of specialist secondary school in England that is designed to give students practical skills in workplace environments as well as traditional academic and vocational courses of study. Like traditional schools, studio schools teach the National Curriculum and offer academic and vocational qualifications. However, studio schools also have links to employers and offer education related to work.[1]

## Description

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Studio schools are a type of Free School,[2] introduced in 2010. They are part of the Academies Programme, and are funded by the taxpayer, non-selective, free to attend and not controlled by a local education authority. While this is also true of most other academies and free schools, studio schools are collectively distinctive in a number of ways. Studio schools are sponsored by existing schools, colleges, and community groups. However, existing schools cannot convert to become a studio school - all studio schools have to be stand alone schools with no direct transfer intake of pupils. Studio schools are designed to be small, with a maximum of 300 students, which enables them to foster a supportive, personalised learning environment with a strong focus on pastoral care. The schools forge close links with businesses and enterprises in their specialist industries who support the schools through activities such as mentoring, work placements, and curriculum design and delivery. To further prepare students for the world of work, employability skills are embedded throughout all school activities using the CREATE employability skills framework.[3][4]

Like University Technical Colleges, studio schools are designed for students aged 14–19, whereas free schools and other academies can choose the age range of their pupils. Some studio schools, which operate in areas with a three-tier school system, have intakes for students aged 13.

The name 'Studio School' is derived from the concept of the Renaissance studio which existed in Europe from 1400 to 1700. Students at these studios were taught by an experienced master in the same place in which the master created and produced his work. Modern-day studio schools aim to give students skills required by employers and businesses in the local area, in an environment which simulates genuine workplaces.[5] As part of this, studio schools are open all year round and have a longer school day, typically 9 am to 5 pm.

The Studio Schools programme as a whole is overseen by the Studio Schools Trust, who are responsible for helping in the establishment of new studio schools, and supporting existing schools to implement the model. Part of this work involves facilitating the sharing of best practice through networking sessions and training and CPD events.[6] Businesses involved with the Studio Schools programme include National Space Centre, TalkTalk, Barclays, National Nuclear Laboratory, and National Trust.[7]

## Criticism

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The establishment of studio schools has been criticised by some teaching unions, who claim they will cause further fragmentation state school provision. The age intake range of studio schools have also been criticised, with some unions arguing that 14 is too early an age for most children to receive such a specialised education.[8]

## List of studio schools

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Main page: Category:Studio schools

## See also

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* University Technical College
* Academy
* Free school
* Polytechnic
* Maths school

## References

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1. ^ "What are studio schools? - Schools". Education.gov.uk. Retrieved 31 July 2013.
2. ^ "Education Terms: Free Schools". DfE Website. Department for Education. Retrieved 3 May 2014.
3. ^ "What is a Studio School?". Studio Schools Trust. Retrieved 31 July 2013.
4. ^ "Frequently Asked Questions". Studio Schools Trust. Retrieved 31 July 2013.
5. ^ "Why "Studio" School?". Studio Schools Trust. Retrieved 31 July 2013.
6. ^ "The Trust". Studio Schools Trust. Retrieved 31 July 2013.
7. ^ "2014 Studio Schools Announced". Studio Schools Trust. Retrieved 10 February 2014.
8. ^ Harrison, Angela (19 July 2012). "BBC News - More work-based 'studio schools' announced". Bbc.co.uk. Retrieved 31 July 2013.

## External links

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* Studio Schools Trust
* TED Talk: A short intro to the Studio School – Geoff Mulgan, 2011

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