Skip to main content

I just received the news that the arts program is staying and Mr Corcoran is being reinstated. I am truly overwhelmed by this result and I know it only happened because you showed up to support these children. Please keep keeping an eye on our school to make sure the …

August 16, 2023

Arts Provision At Burtonwood Community Primary School

Arts Provision At Burtonwood Community Primary School

🏆 Won — 126 supporters Verified

Final supporters

N
N D.
L
Linda V.
S
Stuart C.
S
Sean K.
L
Laura J.
S
Sarah s.
R
Rachael B.
L
Lisa
J
Jennifer
J
Jill E.
+116 more
GM
Started by Gary Morrisroe 3 years, 1 month ago

We, the undersigned, are concerned the creative and performing arts provision at Burtonwood Community Primary School is being de-prioritised. The positive impact of art, drama and music on children is well established. It boosts confidence, self-expression, sparks imagination and enables them to develop creative skills that are the building blocks of future prosperity and improved wellbeing. We would like to see the retention and, ideally, continued development of the school's arts provision starting with the reinstatement (or, if this is not possible, replacement) of Mr Corcoran who leads the curriculum-based art classes as well as the excellent (and very popular) extracurricular Splash sessions.

Updates

Reached 100 supporters

July 20, 2023

47 Comments

J
Jennifer
3 years ago Featured

My sons enjoyed his lessons, and the art work brought home was amazing, Mr C has so much to offer not only a art teacher, a supply teacher and a great listener to the children. He listened to the children of what they wanted and now it’s gone.

P
Poppy Sparks
3 years ago Featured

I do not agree on stopping the gospel singing and guitar lessons because the children love all of them things. I also do not want Mr Corcoran to stop doing art with us. I would like more dancing, singing and plays at school. These are the things that make school fun for me. Poppy Y4.

A
Anonymous
3 years ago Featured

Please don't remove Arts and Music from our school. Not all children are gifted academically but are talented in these areas. All children should have the right to explore and learn other areas in addition to English Maths Science etc.

L
Lynsey Butcher
3 years ago Featured

To reduce access to these subjects is failing an entire group of children. Those who struggle with the typically academic subjects and those that need these subjects to express themselves and help maintain focus in other subjects. The school band at BCPS was a huge part of my life as a pupil and I learnt so much alongside the music.

M
Michelle Hewitt
3 years ago Featured

I am sadden to hear about the proposed cuts to this type of provision. This school has historically done this year on year. My oldest daughter has experienced some amazing opportunities, strengthened friendship groups and learnt new skills in an enjoyable way.

T
Tina Goodchild
3 years ago Featured

Splash Art Club and the fantastic art taught by Mr Corcoran has been absolutely invaluable for the wellbeing of our children. The children who have been taught at splash art club for the last two year are absolutely devastated that this provision has been removed with no consultation whatsoever

L
Linda Vinson
3 years ago

Agreed. I recommend reaching out to www.petitionpromotion.com for assistance in promoting your petition.

S
Stuart Crabb
3 years ago

I firmly benevento that children should have access to the arts, music and all creative activities.