Young people from our schools across London discuss freedom based around the story of Odysseus and The Sirens (taken from The If Odyssey by Peter Worley). Professor Angie Hobbs adds her thoughts to the discussion. Angie also discusses why philosophy should be taught in schools.

The Sirens

A.C. Grayling discusses dreams and reality with Andy West, with questions and thoughts of young people from across our schools in London.

Dreams

Our philosopher Rob Torrington talks on 'Vicapedia' (BBC Warwick & Coventry) about why love is associated with the heart.

Rob on Love

What Makes An Action Morally Wrong?

Personal Identity

Story for The Philosophy Foundation' resources.

CB story 1: Friends

Doing Nothing – Year 4

Simon Wiesenthal

Same river?

A Dog's Life

CB Stories 5 The Lie

A short story from Peter Worley's book 'Once Upon an If' with questions to get young children thinking philosophically and imaginatively.

It (from Once Upon an If)

The Prince and the Pig story from Peter Worley's "The If Machine"

The Prince And The Pig - Part 1

CB Stories 6 The Rebuild

Slowberries

The Wand

Clockwork Toymaker 3

Clockwork Toymaker 2

Clockwork Toymaker 1

Finally Human? The last from the series about Ceebie from The If Machine by Peter Worley

Ceebie Stories Finally Human?

The Philosophy Foundation (TPF) is an educational charity that takes philosophy into schools and communities, focusing particularly on schools in disadvantaged areas. 

Philosophy addresses fundamental questions about reality, value and meaning. We believe that all children should have the opportunity to ask difficult questions, explore challenging ideas and find out what they believe about the world. 

Cultivating children’s philosophical capacities equips them with the means to better navigate their way through life and the world. It enables them to think critically and reflectively about their wishes, their actions and their environment. 

At TPF we aim to develop:

•	Good thinkers:  Children who can open-mindedly evaluate ideas, unearth reasons, entertain multiple perspectives and explore implications. 

•	Good listeners:  Children who can build on other people’s ideas, listen without hostility, bear conflict and enjoy the pleasures of conversation.  

•	Confident Individuals:  Children who are articulate, self-assured and self-determined.

We also endeavour to use philosophy to help improve educational opportunities. We want to give children the thinking skills that will allow them to take possession of their learning and improve their attainment across the board. 

In short, we believe that philosophy can help children lead good and flourishing lives.


Philosophy Foundation

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