Pupils call for more freedom 'to be creative'

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A 12-point manifesto of their suggestions was launched today by Culture Secretary Andy Burnham at a conference at Tate Modern.

The teenagers' strategy is the result of 18 months of consultation that began with a sleep-over in tents in the Turbine Hall last year.

More than 3,000 pupils aged 11-19 took part in discussions where they called for greater freedom in schools.

They want more opportunities to take risks "so that we are not afraid to try new things".

And they want more spaces where they can be creative as well as mentors to help them get into the creative industries because "we don't know how it works".

Nicholas Serota, the Tate director, said they had been overwhelmed by the enthusiasm for the project and the "impressive" way young people had delivered their advice.

"It is vital that they have a say in the creative future of this country," he said.

The gallery will now discuss the findings with bodies including Arts Council England in the hope that they will be taken on board in future decision-making and planning.

Sir Nicholas said: "Tate is very privileged to have been able to use their input in the planning process for the new development at Tate Modern."

Paul Collard, director of Creative Partnerships which works in schools, said: "As a country, the creativity of your young people is the greatest asset you have.

"If we want to engage more young people in cultural and creative activities, we have to listen to them."

An Ipsos/Mori poll today showed two fifths of young people have had career talks on getting a job in creative industries. But more than half said they had never visited an art gallery.