Colleagues Quote by Andy Hargreaves
“Singapore gives 10% "white space" time to all of its teachers to come up with their own innovations outside of the official curriculum. This encourages teachers to turn to their colleagues for inspiration and ideas.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Teacher Innovation in Singapore, 2020
Allocating dedicated “white space” lets teachers experiment, fostering peer collaboration and creative curriculum enhancements.
In simple terms: Free time sparks teacher creativity.
Provide teachers with creative time
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- lesson planning
- professional development
- school improvement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools sustain teacher‑led innovation?
- What structures help share new ideas?
If not managed, time may be underused; requires supportive culture.