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Patron - Baroness Bull

We are honoured that Baroness Bull has agreed to become a Patron for the Dyscalculia Network.

About Baroness Bull CBE

Baroness Bull CBE is a leading figure in the UK’s cultural and educational landscape, known for her work as a dancer, writer and arts leader. After a distinguished performance career as a Principal Dancer with The Royal Ballet, she transitioned into influential leadership roles that bridge the arts, higher education and public policy.

She has served on and chaired major cultural bodies, contributed extensively to debates on creativity, leadership and the value of the arts and held senior roles within higher education, advocating for interdisciplinary thinking and cultural engagement.

Appointed a life peer in 2018, she continues to help shape national conversations on culture, education, inequality, social justice and public life through strategic leadership and thoughtful advocacy.

Baroness Bull says of her work in support of the dyscalculia community:

It was a chance comment from a young relative, just a few years ago, that led me to learn about dyscalculia and the experience of people with dyscalculia in education, the workforce and in the everyday challenges of navigating a world dominated by numbers.

I know I am not alone in arriving so late at an awareness of dyscalculia and it has been a great privilege to work with the Dyscalculia Network and members of the dyscalculia community to help raise awareness and to challenge existing and emerging policy, both in the Lords and beyond. I look forward to continuing and extending that work in my new capacity as Patron for the Dyscalculia Network.

What does a Patron do?

A patron is a respected and often well-known individual who generously lends their name, voice, and credibility to support an organisation’s mission. By sharing their profile and passion, patrons help raise awareness, attract positive attention and shine a light on the cause.

They often help to open doors through their networks, connecting the organisation with supporters, partners and potential donors who might help the Dyscalculia Network achieve its aims and help to drive change for people with dyscalculia.

While patrons do not have legal or management responsibilities, they serve as valued honorary figureheads and may participate in special events, such as annual meetings or fundraising events, helping to build trust, confidence, and lasting support within the community.

Baroness Bull Patron

Concerns: Policy Interests

Recent Activities

3rd March 2026 - Dyscalculia Day 2026
Baroness Bull becomes a Patron for the Dyscalculia Network
We are delighted that Baroness Bull is becoming our first Patron. She has already been a brilliant advocate for our community, and we very much look forward to continuing our work together.
3rd March 2026 - Dyscalculia Day 2026
Baroness Bull and Dyscalculia Network
28th October 2025
In Person Discussion - Dyscalculia in school and in adulthood
Cat Eadle, Emily Gee, Amelia Shipton and Emily Lynn-Graham met with Baroness Bull, Michela Barbieri, Tolúwalàse Akanbi-Akinlolu and Baroness Barran to discuss the impact of dyscalculia in school and in adulthood. Emily, Emily and Amelia were highly commended for their contributions.
Baroness Bull and Dyscalculia Network
28th October 2025
4th June 2025
Baroness Bull asked a question for a short debate

Special Educational Needs: Dyscalculia To ask His Majesty’s Government what provision is in place in schools for identifying and supporting students who have special educational needs, particularly dyscalculia.

Several members of our community were able to join us at the House of Lords for the debate, and Baroness Bull kindly chatted to and warmly welcomed Emily Gee, Amelia Shipton, Charlotte and Olaf Baars, Pete Jarrett, Judy Hornigold, as well as Rob Jennings and Cat Eadle. It was wonderful to hear the debate!

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Hansard entry

4th June 2025
30th April 2025
Policy briefing on Dyscalculia
Rob Jennings and Cat Eadle met in person with Baroness Bull and Michela Barbieri to further discuss the policy briefing on dyscalculia.
30th April 2025
3rd March 2025 - Dyscalculia Day
Article in Politics Home
Baroness Bull wrote an article in Politics Home entitled, ‘Dyscalculic children have been let down for far too long’
Dyscalculia Children Have Been Let Down
3rd March 2025 - Dyscalculia Day
20th December 2024
Online Discussion
Baroness Bull, Michela Barbieri, Rob Jennings, and Cat Eadle met online for the first time to discuss dyscalculia and maths difficulties. They began outlining ways Baroness Bull could support the dyscalculia community and started creating a policy briefing.
20th December 2024
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