Alex Soulsby, FRSA, FCCT

Creative Education Specialist

Award-winning education work | International speaker | Internationally published writer

I develop & build school-based models, spaces, and cultural partnerships that help creativity become a living condition for learning.

"The future of education lies in nurturing human creativity, where arts and culture become one of the cornerstones of learning in the age of artificial intelligence."

Alex Soulsby - FRSA

About Me

I am a creative education specialist working at the intersection of school design, cultural practice, and human competency development. My work focuses on how schools can build the conditions, structures, partnerships, and spaces that allow creativity to become a sustained part of learning, rather than an occasional enrichment activity.

I am a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching. I am also the founder and Creative Director of Artist Residency Thailand and the developer of the MAGIC-T educational model, a school-based creative education model inspired by best practice from museums, art galleries, institutions, cultural centres, and theatres.

My work has been shared through international conferences, published writing, podcasts, professional networks, award-winning educational initiatives, and collaborations including co-founding the International Arts and Imagination Network.

Current Focus

Building the conditions for creative learning

My current work explores how schools can respond to a rapidly changing world by placing creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, cultural practice, imagination, and human judgement at the centre of learning.

This includes the continued development of the MAGIC-T educational model, international writing and speaking, and collaboration with schools, cultural organisations, and education networks interested in building deeper conditions for creative learning.

I work with schools, universities, cultural organisations, and education networks interested in building deeper conditions for creative learning.

‘organisations’ I have worked with

Creative and cultural education frameworks

Developing Creativity in International Education

Work together to explore innovative approaches to fostering creativity in international education.

Community Engagement in International Education

Explore approaches to community engagement in learning and how your school can make meaningful connection through arts & culture.

Developing Education Initiatives for an AI Future

Discover innovative strategies and insights for developing creative competencies in an AI-driven future.

Collaborative Leader Curriculum Innovation Specialist Learning Experience Designer

Transform Your School into a Global Creative & Cultural Hub

Partner with me to enhance your school’s educational landscape by integrating an international arts organisation at the heart of your curriculum. Experience the transformative power of integrated expert residencies, where creativity and learning collide to produce dynamic, globally recognized educational programs. Embrace the MAGIC-T model and unlock unparalleled creative vision and partnerships, ensuring your school becomes a beacon of cultural and educational innovation.

Awards

Some of the awards won by me over the decade in education industry

2026 : Elected royal fellowship of the chartered college of teaching, FCCT
2025 : EduTech Asia 2025 sustainability award finalist
2025 : TES Teaching/education initiative of the year finalist
2022 : Elected Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts- FRSA
2021 : International School Awards, ISA International Impact finalist
2011 & 2010 : British National Charity Award Finalist

Testimonials

“Alex’s strategic advisory and good thinking have not only earned our school international acclaim but have also deeply resonated with me personally. His contributions have significantly shaped the learning across our school, showcasing his bold, valued insight and exceptional ability to foster meaningful education for our students through the arts and creative thinking”

Mom Luang Tridhos Devakul (Mom Tri)

Founder & CEO, Prem International School

“Alex’s engagements at Bath Spa University have been truly inspiring. As a guest lecturer for the Arts Specialism I lead, and as a participant in our ‘Cultivating the Conditions for Creativity’ podcast, he has brought valuable insights into the significance of creative and cultural education that have echoed far beyond our Creative Conversation events, enriching wider dialogues. Alex’s willingness to bridge connections across our networks has sparked numerous innovative collaborations and international connections, echoing our shared commitment to the legacy of our mutual friend and inspiration, Sir Ken Robinson.”

Dr. Penny Hay

Professor of Imagination, Bath-Spa University

“As a colleague and project collaborator, Alex’s extensive network and ability to bring together diverse groups has been consistently invaluable. I’ve seen firsthand his dedication to enriching educational experiences through creativity and culture and his significant contributions to national and international projects continue to be indispensable.“

Ben Svasti Thompson MBE

British Consul Thailand

“Throughout our years of collaboration, Alex has brought significant value to his various roles in strategic steering groups, projects and think tanks. His approach regularly transforms innovative ideas into actionable policy and always with a profound commitment to using the arts to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives.”

Jane Bryant

Former CEO Artswork (The UK National Creative Education Development Agency, Founded by Sir Ken Robinson)

“Over two decades, I’ve watched Alex transform from a dedicated curriculum director to a thought-leader in ‘education for creativity’, consistently impressing with innovative projects and approaches to learning.”