Leora Cruddas
Chief executive of the Confederation of Schools Trusts, representing many UK academies. She has a more positive view of Labour's education bill.
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Feb 12, 2025 • 22min
Who should decide how our children are taught?
Katharine Birbalsingh, known as the headteacher behind Michaela Community School's strict discipline and traditional teachings, passionately critiques Labour's education policies, labeling them cultural Marxism. In contrast, Leora Cruddas, chief executive of the Confederation of Schools Trusts, offers a more optimistic view of the proposed Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill. They debate the necessary balance between central authority and educational autonomy, exploring how these reforms could impact the freedoms of academies and ultimately, the quality of education for disadvantaged students.
Nov 25, 2024 • 49min
The Leaders We’ve Been Waiting For: Schools and Trusts as Civic Anchors with Leora Cruddas, Mind the Gap, Ep.89 (S5,E5)
In this discussion, Leora Cruddas, CEO of the Confederation of School Trusts, reflects on her transformative journey from teaching in apartheid-era South Africa to leading educational policy in England. She tackles the pressing challenges of teacher recruitment and retention, while emphasizing trusts' roles as civic anchors that foster community well-being. Leora advocates for educational leaders to balance stability and innovation, arguing that restoring public trust and focusing on the moral purpose of education are crucial for future success.
