Thinking back to my primary school education, I don’t remember there being much separation between boys & girls. Everything seemed to me to be very inclusive. I baked cakes for golden time on Friday mornings while I donned shin guards and football boots by 3pm. I had my mum separate my hair into neat pleats before I headed off to cover myself in mud at scout camp. I thought myself a little fashionista in my bright red tights; the same red tights I would be ripping holes in the knee of whilst competing for the title of British Bulldogs Champion. As a child, I certainly challenged the idea of traditional gender roles and didn’t let them stand in my way. I just went about my life, doing the things I loved. I was never labeled a ‘girly girl’ or ‘tomboy’ for doing so, I was just Lynsey. When my mum talks about her schooling, I see a stark contrast between her somewhat restricted education and my positive experiences. It is very inspiring to consider the positive changes that have been made for children in education over what is a relatively short period of time. I am excited to be part of a movement that promotes the idea that children should have exactly the same opportunities regardless of their gender, ethnicity or social class.