ABOUT US HOMEABOUT US IN THIS SECTION Our Story PiXL was born out of the DfE's 'The London Challenge', a school improvement programme set up by the government in 2003. When the DfE funding for the initiative ceased in 2007, the 50 member schools at that time decided voluntarily, due to the massive positive impact of the initiative, to continue with its model of collaboration around leadership and shared support. Founded by the late Sir John Rowling, PiXL was born. Since then we have grown to be the largest network of its type, working in Northern Ireland, England, Wales and Overseas, as well as working across sectors from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 5. PiXL (which stands for Partners in Excellence, but is commonly referred to as PiXL) is known for its aim of wanting to improve life chances and outcomes for young people and its focus on equipping school leaders to make that happen. Whether it is a focus on reading, oracy, writing, numeracy, character education or establishing strong cultures, PiXL is committed to providing practical support and strategies to make an impact. Although we operate across different sectors and different countries, the key PiXL principles are evident across all that we do. Our leadership approaches, language and aims are consistent. We are intentional about: Improving life chances and outcomes for young people Influencing school leadership regionally and nationally Helping school leaders be the agents of change for the betterment of students Sir John Rowling The late Sir John Rowling founded PiXL out of 'The London Challenge'. Having been awarded a knighthood for his services to education, his influence and vision made a significant impact – one that continues today. Since those early days of 50 schools, PiXL's influence and impact has grown extensively, expanding over the last 14 years to all key stages as well as to many different countries in the UK and across the world. The PiXL International charity also came out of PiXL's early work and is now a separate charity working in five countries (Tanzania, Brazil, Ghana, South Africa and Uganda), helping to equip leaders in 1,400 international schools. Sir John's original vision of helping to provide a 'better future and brighter hope' for young people is still at the heart of all PiXL does. KEY DATES 2004 Sir John Rowling starts working with schools as part of the DfE's The London Challenge. 2007 Emerging from The London Challenge, 50 secondary school leaders join together, and PiXL is born, with a focus on improving life chances and outcomes. 2012 PiXL expands into PiXL Primary and Post 16 sectors. PiXL’s work is truly remarkable and has been a saviour and sanctuary of common sense and really useful strategies at a time of madness! HEADTEACHER, PIXL SECONDARY SCHOOL For more information about PiXL please speak to one of our operations team: The PiXL Club Ltd Ground floor office Allinson Court, Old Market Place Ripon, HG4 1AL enquiries@pixl.org.uk 07799 892120 @pixlclub CONTACT US ONLINE CONTACT US ONLINE OUR PARTNERS OUR PARTNERS © 2021 The PiXL Club • Company Registration number: 07321607 Website Design by e4education • High Visibility Version • Sitemap • Privacy Policy• Cookie Settings Cookie Policy This site uses cookies to store information on your computer. Click here for more informationAllow CookiesCookie Settings