I highly recommend seeing the newly-released Young Plato documentary movie – out now in cinemas. It’s a moving, uncompromising film about a school in Northern Ireland which has decided to put philosophy on the curriculum and at the heart of its approach to pastoral care.
One of the most thought-provoking moments in the film is when the children are directly encouraged to question their parents’ views. There’s also some interesting footage of children using a ‘Philosophy Wall’ to extend reflection on their own behaviour choices (instead of detention!)
“This film is about using philosophy to promote mental health and wellbeing”
– Kevin McArevey, Headteacher, Holy Cross Primary School (ref. https://youtu.be/nVLv8pP3TWg?t=926)
Amongst other venues, you can see Young Plato at Home, Manchester, UK, on Tuesday 12th April 2022 at 6pm (booking info).
