The Story Exchange Symposium for Teachers at The Story Museum

Date: Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: The Story Museum, Oxford

Teachers – we invite you to join us for a special event exploring:
“How can storytelling help teachers improve emotional literacy in the classroom?”

This dynamic symposium brings together arts organisations, educators, and professional storytellers to share insights from The Story Exchange project. It’s an opportunity to be inspired by our learnings, gain practical tools, and contribute to the growing conversation around storytelling and emotional learning.

Schedule:

• 1:00 PM – Arrival and refreshments
• 1:30 PM – Symposium begins

Event Highlights:

• Keynote performance and insights from renowned storyteller Wendy Shearer
• Reflections from teachers and storytellers showcasing best practices in arts-based learning and its impact on emotional literacy
• Launch of new storytelling resources designed to support emotional development in schools
• Hands-on creative workshops featuring storytelling techniques developed throughout the project
• Opportunities for reflection, discussion, and networking with peers across education and the arts