Richard Gerver
Richard Gerver is a former actor who was Headteacher of internationally respected Grange Primary School in Long Eaton, UK.
Prior to embarking on a career in education he supplemented his thespian dreams working in a number of settings; selling mobile phones, estate agency and as a copywriter in a below the line advertising agency. He has a passionate belief in child centric learning that focuses on experience and context. He has worked with various government agencies in the UK and abroad offering consultancy on developing creative approaches to the curriculum that will be fit for purpose in the 21st Century. He is an adviser to the DCSF, the QCA and the Government on many areas of education policy, mostly in defining school change for the 21st Century. He is currently working closely with the QCA on the review of Primary Curriculum. He also works with Sir Ken Robinson on developing the creativity agenda.
Richard is a former National Teaching Award winner. He has been described as ‘one of the most innovative and inspirational school leaders of our time; highly creative, people centric and fun’. Richard combines the belief that schools should have the excitement of Disneyland and the purpose of major industry. He has a clear understanding of the challenges facing our children in the future and uniquely for a primary school leader, works with some of the world’s largest organisations to extend the partnership between schools and the business sector.
Richard has given speeches all over the world including sessions for UNESCO and the Chinese Government. His talks range from the concepts of innovation and creativity, the links between education and industry, 21st Century learning and leadership and management.
He is highly sought after thanks to his entertaining, energetic and passionate style. He conveys serious and though provoking messages with clarity and humour.
Richard has appeared on numerous television and radio programmes celebrating his approach and achievements.
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To book a course with Richard please contact Hilary Thomas on (01628) 810700 x20 or email Hilary..