The Cambridge Primary Review National Network
Following the Review's dissemination phase, the Cambridge Primary Review National Network has been established to encourage and support the development of excellence in primary education. The network is guided by commitment to:
equity, both social and educational
empowerment of children and teachers
expertise in childhood, pedagogy (learning, teaching, curriculum, assessment) and leadership
excellence in learning and teaching.
The Cambridge Primary Review National Network is led by Alison Peacock, head teacher at The Wroxham School, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, and the network operates a number of regional centres, based in higher education institutions around England.
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