Insights: activities for teachers

Take part in our workshops

Our educators' workshops give you the chance to discover new approaches and take ideas back into the classroom.

We offer specialist sessions, where primary, secondary, FE college teachers/tutors, technicians, career advisors and community practitioners can:

• Learn new skills from UAL tutors and technicians.
• Join a network of like-minded creative educators.
• Work together in UAL's traditional and cutting-edge facilities.

All workshops are free to attend. Lunch or refreshments are provided at in-person sessions.

We’ve developed these sessions as a thank you to our network of teachers, tutors and community practitioners, who play such an important role in championing our programmes for young people.

Who can apply?

If you’re from a partner school, college or community group, or new to us with students that fit our eligibility criteria, you're welcome to join us.

Priority will be given to staff working at schools and colleges located in priority postcode areas, with above-average numbers of students on free school meals.

It's helpful to sign up for events with your work email address, so we can verify your role.

Want to check your eligibility? Get in touch: outreach@arts.ac.uk

Upcoming workshops

Most workshops take place at UAL sites. Some are online or external, so please double-check locations.

Is there a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you. Send your suggestions by email: outreach@arts.ac.uk.

Creative Undergraduates in Schools

A bespoke, student-led programme for creative classrooms:

• UAL undergraduates and alumni (Outreach Ambassadors) can provide creative sessions in your primary or secondary school, inspired by their creative practices and what your curriculum might require.
• Through dialogue with you, the Outreach Team will pair you and a student with the appropriate skillset to enrich your curriculum.
• You'll have a fantastic role model to help your learners understand how university might support them in the future.

Example sessions: life drawing, costume design or material-led sessions (for example, clay or printmaking).

Eligibility and practical considerations:

This is a small programme with limited places:

• Priority will be given to Greater London schools and colleges in priority postcode areas, with above-average numbers of students on free school meals.
• Outreach Ambassadors are fully DBS-checked and are paid by UAL for their time.
• Sessions take place at your school or college, and we can offer up to 3 visits over a short or extended period.

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