UK Secretary Of State For Education To speak at Leading Learning Conference

Estelle Morris MP is to open The Guardian's second Leading Learning conference on Friday 8 March 2002 at Kensington Town Hall.

The Secretary of State will give an overview of the government's strategy for education, the expectations placed upon schools and ideritify new areas of flexibility and freedom for school leaders.

Following on from last year's success, Leading Learning 2 will examine how children and adults learn most effectively. The conference will explore the key challenges facing school leaders and LEAs over the coming years including collaboration between schools and their structure and organisation.

The conference will be introduced by the Guardian's education editor, Will Woodward, and chaired by Frank Hartle, director of education services at the Hay Group. The morning and afternoon sessions will feature international speakers and innovative education practitioners.

To find out more please contact Camilla Variey, Commercial Events and Conferences on 020 7713 4961 or camilla.varley@guardian.co.uk.

December 13th, 2001