Teaching creativity benefits teachers and pupils

Researchers investigated if teaching for creativity helps students prepare for the future

Teaching creativity in schools can benefit both teachers and pupils, according to new research.

It follows a study involving teachers in Cornwall and researchers from Exeter University and Penryn College.

The study investigated if teaching for creativity leads young people being better prepared for their futures.

Researchers found "notable increases" in both teachers' abilities to facilitate creativity, and students developing creative skills.

One teacher said: "This study has confirmed to me that making the time and space for creativity in the secondary classroom is vital if we want to equip teenagers with the kinds of skills that they so clearly need for the future."

Penryn Partnership - a collaboration of schools in west Cornwall - and University of Exeter academics have now published their findings.

They hope their research will inspire teachers across the country.

The study is part of a national pilot funded by Arts Council England and Freelands Foundation.