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."
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.
Building the 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.
Cultural Centres · Theatres
education model
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
- 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)
“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
“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
“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
“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.”
Dr. Gary Crippin
Latest Blogs & Articles
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