Our Programmes
All of our programmes are fully customised. We collaborate closely with headteachers, arts leads, SEND coordinators, class teachers, and support staff to ensure our offerings are tailored to meet the specific needs of both the participants and the setting.
Creative Days
Our Creative Days are tailored to the unique needs of both participants and the setting. Led by skilled artist educators and facilitators, these immersive experiences inspire creativity and collaboration.
Key Components:
Consultation: An initial discussion to align on specific goals and objectives, ensuring the day supports your broader aims (e.g., SIDP alignment).
Community of Enquiry: A 'Philosophy for Children' style discussion focused on a central theme relevant to the group, fostering critical thinking and dialogue.
Think, Talk, Make: A hands-on exploration of artistic activities, introducing a range of materials, techniques, and processes to stimulate creative thinking and expression.
Co-design & Co-create: Participants work together to design and produce a collective artwork (or series of artworks) for display within your setting.
Reflection: A group critique to celebrate the day's achievements, highlight skill development, and reflect on the creative journey.
Impact Evaluation: A concise report summarizing the outcomes and key insights of the day, designed to be shared with stakeholders.
' R was so excited to tell me about the creative day this evening which is MASSIVE for her as she doesn't usually tell us anything about school. She told us that Jen said she was a proper artist and now she wants to be one when she is older! We filmed her doing some more painting that same day and she said "I've got messy hands, I don't want to forget this day. I am a brilliant artist". '
Parent of a Year 1 SEN pupil
Artist Residencies
Our Artist Residencies span either 6 or 12 weeks, during which an experienced artist (or a pair) will be carefully matched to your setting. They will lead a meaningful, collaborative project, allowing them to immerse themselves in the environment, connect with participants and staff, and fully understand the ethos of the space.
Key Components:
Consultation & Familiarisation: A thorough discussion to align on specific goals and aspirations. This includes time spent understanding the participants, staff, and setting's vision, mission, and key priorities (e.g., curriculum, SIDP).
Community of Enquiry: Weekly 'Philosophy for Children' style workshops centered around a core theme, tailored to the needs and interests of the participants.
Think, Talk, Make: Regular sessions exploring artistic activities designed to foster creative thinking and introduce diverse materials, techniques, and processes.
Co-design & Co-create: Collaborative creation of artwork by participants, resulting in a collective piece for display in your setting.
Reflection: Group critiques to celebrate progress, reflect on the project’s development, and identify skill growth and engagement.
Exhibition: A professionally curated and installed exhibition within your setting or a local venue, showcasing participants' work to parents, governors, and the wider community.
Impact Monitoring: Ongoing documentation through photography, videography, surveys, and focus groups to assess and track the project’s impact.
Impact Evaluation: A comprehensive report summarising the project’s outcomes, challenges, and successes, ready to be shared with stakeholders and, where appropriate, featured on your website or social media.
Teacher CPD
Our professional development workshops are designed to empower teachers/facilitators with creative strategies and artistic approaches that can be integrated into their classroom practice. Through hands-on workshops led by experienced artist educators, teachers will explore new materials, processes, and techniques to foster creativity and enhance CYP engagement.
Key Components:
- Build confidence in delivering arts-based activities across the curriculum
- Learn how to encourage creative & critical thinking in CYP
- Develop collaborative approaches to teaching through co-creation and inquiry-based learning
- Gain practical tools for using the arts to support diverse learners
Community Projects
We facilitate community projects by engaging local groups and organisations in collaborative, arts-based initiatives that foster creativity, connection, and social impact.
Key Compnents:
Tailored Creative Programmes:
- Bespoke projects that address the unique needs and interests of specific communities ranging from local heritage and culture to environmental awareness, social inclusion, or mental well-being
Collaborative Art Creation:
- We facilitate collaborative conversation and artworks where children and young people contribute, fostering a sense of ownership and pride
- We encourage intergenerational collaboration, bringing together children and their families to share experiences and skills
Public Exhibitions and Installations:
- There are opportunities for the community to exhibit their work in public spaces and community centres, allowing wider engagement and visibility
- Includes interactive or participatory elements in installations inviting involvement from the community
Addressing Social Issues Through Art:
- We use art to address social challenges like inequality, mental health, or environmental concerns. Projects are centered around themes such as diversity, inclusion, or sustainability, fostering dialogue and collective problem-solving
Work with Local Partners:
- We collaborate with local councils, non-profits, or cultural organisations to fund and support community-based projects.
- Local businesses can get involved as sponsors or partners, creating a stronger community network and expanding project reach
Ongoing Engagement and Reflection:
- We ensure projects have a lasting impact by incorporating reflection and feedback sessions with participants to discuss outcomes, challenges, and successes
- The project’s journey and impact is captured through photography, videography, or social media, allowing the wider community to stay engaged and celebrate achievements
Jen@artingaround.co.uk
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