In 2018, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 24th January as International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. On 24th January, we will celebrate International Day of Education, education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility.

Where can I read more? To read more about the International Day of Education, you can visit the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) website here and the United Nations (UN) website here.

Links to activities and resources: Oxfam has created a teaching pack full of ideas, suitable for KS3 and KS4 children. The activities are designed to encourage children to consider why education is important and a right for everyone. You can download the free resource pack here.

UNICEF’s Rights Respecting Schools Award puts children’s rights at the heart of schools in the UK. The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) works with school to create safe and inspiring places to learn, where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they are able to thrive. The Rights Respecting Schools Award embeds these values in daily school life and gives children the best chance to lead happy, healthy lives and to be responsible, active citizens. UNICEF uses the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) as a central point for schools to develop and become a Rights Respecting School. There are a number of articles in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child that focus on a child’s right to education. To find out more about the award you can visit UNICEF’s website here.