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Welcome to the 4th Cultural Education Directory, what a milestone we have achieved by working together! This year has been a huge challenge for many, particularly the creative & educational sectors and children and young people. We have continued to strive to bring people together and ensure all children have opportunities to engage and participate in creative activities. Over the summer we have showcased the sector with a series of short films, worked with partners on the Stoke Creative Passport and continued to engage children and young people through the Creative Youth Voices programme. We have also been humbled and inspired, working with young people through the Black Lives Matter movement with the Future Hopes campaign.
This is a period of change, and as a movement we are working closely with strategic partners through the Stoke Creates initiative, creating a constituted body to leverage investment into the area and pull together resources with Universities, NPOs and Stoke On Trent City Council. During this transition, I will be stepping down as Chair after three years and look forward to working with Natalie as she steps into the role of Chair leads the movement forward. It has been a blessing to be a part of such an incredible movement and I look forward to continuing to support the CEP.Thank you to everyone who has walked with us.
Nicky TwemlowOutgoing Chair
The last twelve months have proved difficult for all of us in ways we probably hadn’t even imagined. One of the most effected groups has been children and their educational environments. But in this year of uncertainty and isolation it has become clearer than ever before that the arts and creativity are a key factor in the lives of children and young people, not only promote more engaging learning environments but also to help them develop resilience and maintain their mental health and well-being.
I have enjoyed working with creative organisations and educators across the city and I’m excited to be taking on a greater role within the CEP. As we move into 2021, the work of Stoke and North Staffs CEP will continue to ensure more schools and education settings have the resources, skills and knowledge to widen their students’ creative outlooks and offer them the best starting point for their future careers and goals in life.
Natalie ArmitageIncoming Chair
More about the partnership We are working together across Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire to ensure that the opportunity to participate, achieve and succeed in vibrant high quality arts and cultural education becomes a normal expectation for children and young people.
To find out more...
Email us: [email protected]
Follow us: @stokeCEP
Visit: www.stokecep.co.uk
Our valuesChallengingWe will challenge perceptions of arts and culturaleducation at a strategic level, advocating for itsimpact on young people’s lives. We will challengethe perceptions of our city and young people,through arts and culture and we will challengeourselves and our young people to take part,learn, lead, and innovate.
Fun & InnovativeWe will lead the way in being innovate in how weengage and deliver arts and culture to childrenand young people, ensuring participation is funand offers a positive learning experience.
InclusiveWe will collaborate, encouraging diversity,difference and acceptance. We will encourageyoung people to remove divisions and barriers toinvolvement, engagement and participation.
InspiringWe will deliver authentic cultural offers for allchildren and young people in Stoke-on-Trent andNorth Staffordshire, making them accessible,engaging, diverse, high quality, inspiring and fun.We want to give children and young people theopportunities necessary to be competitive withinthe creative industries and become cultural artsleaders.
QualityWe will ensure that all children have access tohigh quality arts and cultural activities throughdeveloping networks, locally, nationally andinternationally.
Arts ConnectWe are a development agency connecting and supporting communities across the West Midlands, to enable children and young people (from 0-25) to enjoy a rich and meaningful arts and cultural life.
We deliver the Bridge programme in the West Midlands for Arts Council England (ACE).
We work with partners in education, arts and cultural organisations, local government and others to lead change and improve opportunity of access and engagement.
We know that involvement in the arts and culture contributes to a thriving childhood and evidence shows this. We want this for all children and young people in the West Midlands.
What we do• Expand Cultural Education through Artsmark and Arts
Award. • Develop, connect and support the workforce in the arts
and cultural sector with programmes of professional development and R&D. • Run programmes with networks of educational settings
connecting teachers and children.• Develop, connect and support professionals in formal
and informal education by offering a programme of CPD• Support the creation of place based strategic and
sustainable local partnerships to ensure the continuation and development of an arts and cultural offer for children and young people.• Attract new sources of revenue for work with young
people through our partnership investments
AB CreativeEDUCATION THROUGH PARTICIPATION.
My goals are not academic achievement, that's a bonus; they are simply to encourage and breed confidence in every participant, no matter their age or perceived ability
STORYTELLERFully interactive performance, involving the audience as participants. Stories from around the world, themed if you prefer, as well as my own, including the local history of Stoke-on-Trent and the Lidicé Lives Project.
WRITER/POETCreative writing, including poetry and script writing, workshops and performance. Themed to suit you, or simply going with the flow on the day.
ACTORDrama workshops, including “Play in a day”; fully interactive and participatory. I'm happy to work with a whole class or small group.
I work with all school ages, and all abilities, including adults and SEN. All my workshops are fun, interactive, lively and can be noisy.
See also You Tube - “Six Towns Storytelling”
[email protected]/manicmeanderings
Staffordshire Teachers ARTS NetworkFor EYFS, Primary, Middle , Secondary and SENDL teachers wanting to access quality ARTS continued professional development and learning opportunities.
Networks are available to join for Primary ARTS, Secondary Visual Art, Secondary Dance and Secondary Drama. Our programmes will deliver quality ARTS focussed CPD for teachers in partnership with artists and arts organisations across the region of Staffordshire.
The CPD network events are delivered in partnership with Stoke and North Staffordshire CEP and Cannock Chase CEP and generously supported by Arts Connect West Midlands.
For more information contact [email protected]
AppetiteAppetite aims to get more people in Stoke-on-Trent and the Borough of Newcastle-under-Lyme to experience and be inspired by the arts. We do this by working with local people to co-create world-class, unforgettable arts experiences in and for their communities.
Appetite began in Summer 2013 as a programme for Stoke-on-Trent and since then has presented a feast of family-friendly, breath-taking cultural events in places and spaces across Stoke-on-Trent enjoyed by thousands from across the city. Working with our community decision makers Supper Club, our partners and Volunteers, we bring the arts to communities.
In 2019 the Appetite programme was supported by Arts Council England to expand into the neighbouringBorough of Newcastle-under-Lyme. We’re looking forward to collaborating with residents and partners across the area to create life-changing arts experiences in new communities.
Angela Marie James - AuthorI am an author of books for children and adults. As well as a performance poet and storyteller.
I deliver engaging and interactive performances and/or workshops to nurseries, schools, colleges, universities, clubs (e.g. brownies, scouts, holiday/after-school clubs, etc) and at community events. Both in person and virtually/online.
Workshops are themed and encourage age-appropriate discussions, creative writing, performing and a love of reading. Bespoke themes can also be arranged.
I am also available for project work with other organisations and able to deliver talks about my work and career.
Please visit my website to download my Author Visits Pack which details the workshops I offer.
BODY MOVES & GROOVES with ART BRASILPrimary School Workshop Programme for 2020-21
Body Moves & Grooves is a jam-packed whistle stop tour of Brazilian carnival traditions, using dance and body percussion to experience a range of styles including samba, samba-reggae, maracatu and many more.
Workshops are delivered by a lead dance/music artist and supporting musician with a full set-up of samba drums to energise and engage pupils with live accompaniment, bringing the carnival vibe to life. Get ready to explore the wonders of the land of carnival through style-specific body rhythms, musical ideas and easy to follow choreography.
To comply with safety guidelines, the workshops can take place outdoors or in any suitable indoor space that allows for safe social-distancing between our team and your class bubble, and doesn’t require any equipment to be used by pupils and school staff.
ART BRASIL is a non-profit arts organisation based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, North Staffordshire, providing outreach and community projects in Brazilian percussion, song and dance. We are passionate about delivering high quality arts and cultural workshops which aim to develop skills, increase confidence and self-esteem, and encourage a healthy and active lifestyle.
B artsB arts is multi-disciplinary, participatory arts organisation. We work with artists with specialisms in 3-D and 2-D making (lanterns, carnival images, textiles, kite-making, costume and set design, illustration); creative writing, story-telling and performance (poetry and spoken word, song-writing, photography and video, animation, puppetry, interactive theatre); and cooking, bread-baking and gardening.
We often combine different artforms to create immersive experiences at the same time as achieving specific outcomes. For example, our Little School of Improbable Cooking project aims to improve literacy and inspire a love of reading and writing alongside exploring healthy eating and cooking skills for children and young people through the creative framework of magical catering challenges; Codename Tomorrowland uses a mix of performance, play and 3-D making to explore children’s ideas for rebuilding neighbourhoods in response to climate change; New Futures Lab worked with young people to explore issues around youth safety through the scripting, filming and editing of a short horror film.
We see the people we work with as co-creators, and our work includes child and young person-led activity. We often work with partners to fund-raise together to make arts projects happen. We also support schools and colleges to achieve the Artsmark award.
Belinda Latimer DesignsBelinda Latimer is a professional Artist and Creative Mentor, formerly of Stoke-on-Trent, now living in Cornwall.
She works in a wide range of media from textiles, painting, metalwork, mixed media, printmaking and ceramics. Her inspiration comes from her surroundings and the feelings attached to them.
Belinda is a former Secondary Head of Art, having 14 years experience as a teacher of Art, Graphics and Textiles. Her role now is to deliver creative workshops and classes to adults and children in person and online, as well as to businesses and other organisations. She focuses on the well being of those taking part, using art and craft as a means to engage, express and communicate feelings, thoughts and ideas.
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I can help to take that uncertainty away & give the simple steps to make your dance lessons a success. My CPD and resources are easy to follow and take the stress away from planning.
I work from a theme or topic based approach - the lessons support and consolidate learning in other subject areas and allow creativity to flourish; skills to be developed and are accessible for all abilities and levels of experience.
So when you ask the question ‘What are they learning?’ the answer will be clear.
Claire PringDance is a funny subject to teach, it doesn't have a logical, linear format, which I think makes it 'equally cursed as blessed'. Once you feel confident with it as a subject it gives you great freedom - but until then it feels difficult to grasp.
British Ceramics BiennialThe British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) is the single largest ceramics event in the UK, bringing great art and creative energy to Stoke-on-Trent, in addition to a vibrant year-round education and community engagement programme.
Through the development of engaging, hands-on activity, the BCB’s education programme uses big ideas and innovation to stimulate enthusiasm for clay across the curriculum at all stages of learning: EYFS, Primary, and Secondary. Our primary objective is to have a positive impact on individual and community life in the city of Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding area, specifically facilitating an understanding of self and place, pride, creativity, and a connection to heritage which includes the diversity and regeneration of the city. These aims are supported by our partnerships across education, industry, and cultural sectors.
We offer workshops, CPD sessions, opportunities to participate in larger projects, and support with getting clay, ceramics and creative learning embedded within the curriculum.
Claybody Theatre CompanyClaybody Theatre is a Stoke-on-Trent based company whose work is inspired by the lives and experiences of local people and the history and heritage of North Staffordshire. Founded by playwright Deborah McAndrew and director Conrad Nelson, the company creates new dramas for non-theatre spaces in the city. Our Patron is the award-winning actor, Toby Jones.
We have a thriving community company, and a growing educational offer. Productions include: Ugly Duck at the Burslem School of Art (2013); Digging In, a play for schools about the 1984-5 Miners’ Strike (2015); Dirty Laundry (2017) Hot Lane (2018) and The D Road (2019) at Spode Works, Stoke. Education work includes production linked schemes for Stoke 6th Form College, and workshops for YMCA. Other production linked education resources are available on our website. 2020 work includes: drama podcasts The Call, and Dirty Laundry, and online community choral project Greenwood Dreams with linked education resources.
Creative Director, Deborah McAndrew is a qualified Drama and Special Needs teacher, and has worked as a freelance practitioner in a variety of educational settings over the past 20 years. In 2017 she was a National Literacy Trust Writer in Residence at Ormiston Horizon Academy.
Those involved have already begun their journeys towards working with us to co-design arts provision across the city, and feeding in to an array of sectors to ensure young people’s needs and interests are met.
This is an ongoing mission for us, so if you’d like to learn more about the Creative Youth Voices project, or to find out how to get involved, please contact [email protected]
Creative Youth VoicesA Stoke-on-Trent & North Staffordshire Cultural Education Partnership project, led by Kreative Foundations, with the support of the New Vic Theatre, Endon High & The City Learning Trust.
The project endeavours to put children and young people at the heart of Stoke CEP; ensuring young voices are rooted in what we do, and lead the way!
Through the project those children and young people involved, also known as our Cultural Explorers, are supported to:
• CHALLENGE their perceptions in order to gain a deeper understanding of arts and culture
• EXPLORE and PARTICIPATE in a wide range of arts and cultural activities, both locally and nationally
• Encouraged to SHARE their findings
FeastedFeasted believe that every individual has the potential to unlock their unique skills.
We offer an introduction to the Feasted Gastronomy programme which is available through our partner Stoke On Trent College.
Journey with us through the history of Stoke On Trent and discover a world of opportunity where the Potteries provide the foundations for our future food system.
Cooking that delivers in skill, excitement and career development.
Examples of engagement. All workshops can be delivered in virtually allowing students to do practical work at home or in the classroom.
KS1- Once Upon A Plate. Story writing and food
KS2- Bread making- sugars other alter egos.
KS3 and KS4- Science in the kitchen, an introduction to moleculargastronomy
- Telling stories with food- Fermentation and future food systems- Introduction to Feasted Gastronomy at Stoke On TrentCollege
Glenn Martin James – Author & StorytellerGlenn Martin James is a highly accomplished practitioner offering a fully rounded workshop experience for his clients.
A published author and illustrator, he works with children throughout the key stage range in schools, nurseries, higher education, and with adults in all manner of community projects.
A practiced master of original storytelling and writing, Glenn builds solid ongoing relationships with schools, working throughout the year to deliver programmes developed between teachers and himself, progressing through each class in school.
He tackles subjects throughout the curriculum, as diverse as the Spitfire, The Romans, the Gunpowder Plot, Viking invasions, H.G. Wells and photographer of Vivian Mayer, and has a range of stories featuring his well-loved character Mr. Columbine for younger children (with accompanying cartoons) and his very well received “To-Be-Continued” fantasy/adventure stories focusing on creative writing.
A highly versatile illustrator he also works with children developing their artistic skills. He specialises in history, STEM Subjects creative writing, literature, storytelling, performance, journalism and script writing. Mr James is a dyslexic author who offers encouragement, support and empowerment for everyone. Glenn was a radio producer and presenter for 10 years- he works excellently by remote link and is available for virtual visits by Zoom, etc.
IAAMEIAAME using photography and video to create a new social view of the local areas within Stoke on Trent and the surrounding area, using the voice, visuals and the written word to look and explore the personal stories.
IAAME Work with schools and students using camera technology from the 1880’s to the modern day, blogging, vlogging and podcasting allowing the young voice to investigate and explore what is important to them within the curriculum.
Ingestre Hall Residential Arts CentreIngestre Hall is home to the UK's only dedicated Residential Arts Centre.
We deliver unique, transferable learning experiences through expressive and creative arts such as music, drama, visual art, dance, film, photography and animation.
An Ingestre Arts residential is unlike any other; in our inspirational setting, programmes are developed in partnership with schools and groups to give students the opportunity to imagine, create and express. Students embark on a journey of creative discovery and transformation, realising and releasing creative potential along the way, and developing core skills to help them grow as creative learners and producers.
Our practitioners are skilled at delivering appropriately challenging, memorable experiences and addressing a wide range of arts and creative learning outcomes. Programmes can be fully integrated with school curriculum and ethos, inclusive, designed to meet students' specific learning needs and planned so that learning is embedded and reinforced back at school.
School and group leaders are always welcome to visit Ingestre Hall to learn more about what’s on offer and how our programmes can help children & young people succeed.
Kreative FoundationsKreative Foundations are an alternative education and community development company; developing wellbeing and community engagement for learners of all ages and abilities.
Our ethos is:‘To build lives without limits, because everyone has the right to their positive potential.’
We deliver our services through educational workshops, aspirational training and mentoring. We offer a wide range of activities, all of which are flexible and comprehensively link to the National Curriculum, including:- Confidence through Drama- Confident Me!- Creating Aspiring Minds- Body Confident
We also develop bespoke activities – challenging ourselves to create unique workshops and training that really benefit your group’s needs e.g. Stoke CEP’s Creative Youth Voices Programme.
All of our programmes strive to support learners to reach their potential, personally and professionally. We endeavour to change the mind set of those who have become, or are becoming, disengaged or disillusioned with various elements of their lives such as their communities, their academic achievements, or their own self-belief; providing our services in a way that reignites creative and reflective thinking. Additionally we relish the opportunity to support those who wish to further their development and increase their skills, who want to go all-out to support their communities.
Libby Ward Contemporary JewelleryI create a range of jewellery made from precious and non-precious materials all inspired by natural textures and forms. My love of lichens and moss informs my work and helps me to create tactile pieces that connects people to textures and their environment.
I studied 3D design at university where I explored a variety of techniques including metal work, ceramics and plastics which I still use in my practice today.
Loving learning Through CreativityLoving learning Through Creativity is a partnership project between Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire Cultural Education Partnership, Arts Connect (West Midlands Regional Arts Council England Bridge organisation), Partners in Creative Learning (PiCL), YMCA North Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Opportunity Area.
Working with 11 schools in the Stoke on Trent area the project was developed in 2018 to tackle persistent absences through an “artist in residence” style project. Each school identified priority year groups and works with the team and an artist to deliver weekly in school sessions, additional extra-curricular breakfast and afterschool sessions all linked to the artists own practice.
Our aim is to engage young people, who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging with with school through the use of arts activities and positive role model/artist.
All sessions are linked to the curriculum to reignite the young person’s love of learning and make positive associations with school as well as; learning new skills, increasing confidence, finding new ways to express themselves and develop positive relationships with peers, teachers and the artist.
The programme also includes additional trips and activities to local, regional and national arts organisations, linked to their arts and cultural work as well as showcase opportunities to celebrate their work and share it with their families.
Currently due to Covid 19 our work in Schools is paused however our some of our Artists have continued to support schools through the development of resources to continue engagement in the Arts.
[email protected]/project-loving-learning
Make Some NoiseMake Some Noise is one of the leading music charities in the West Midlands.
Our vision is that the lives of children and young people will be significantly enhanced by opportunities to make music. We explore innovative approaches that work towards better access to music.
We are passionate about music and believe in music inspiring young people and being used as a catalyst for positive change.
Our incredible team of professional musicians are trained to work with a variety of groups from babies, toddlers and their families, to challenging or excluded young people, in community centres, theatres, schools or specialist forensic and psychiatric units helping to build confidence, skills and experience in music making.
Middleport PotteryMiddleport Pottery provides an immersive educational experience for all ages and abilities, where students can discover the processes that revolutionised pottery production and how this impacted other aspects of society. Absorb yourself in Stoke-on-Trent's historic pottery industry by visiting the last remaining working Victorian pottery in the country.
Walk inside the sole surviving bottle kiln, see our original steam engine in motion and experience the creation of ceramics using the same methods that have been used on site for 130 years. Hands-on workshops will enrich the visit and allow you to experience the medium of clay in creating something which you can take home with you. Our friendly and knowledgeable learning team will create an experience which you will want to share with your friends.
[email protected]/middleportpottery
Miss Smith DramaI am a Drama and Theatre Facilitator living and working in Staffordshire. As a previous Secondary Head of Drama, I use my skills and experience to provide Enrichment Opportunities in schools and other educational establishments to students of all ages from KS2 to KS5.
I offer a series of workshops to enhance and improve learning in Drama and the Performing Arts and other subjects such as Literacy and Humanities. These include:
• Devising Drama• Exploring Text• Improvisation • LAMDA• Physical Theatre • Process Drama
I can’t wait to hear from you to find out how I can be of help to you and your students.
Newave Music & ArtsAn award winning creative organisation run by husband and wife team, John and Kelly Percival. We are specialists in music and creative education delivery, and support schools to develop a “broad and balanced curriculum” with music and arts at its heart
Established in 2009 by John, Newave started as a small group of creative practitioners who facilitated music and arts enrichment experiences in local schools. Fast forward 10 years, the organisation now works with schools across the breadth of the Midlands to provide year-round bespoke music and creative arts delivery.
Ultimately, we believe in the value of the arts. We are extremely passionate that every single child deserves to experience regular music and arts lessons. Our overarching mission is to promote and deliver high-quality and inspiring music and arts provision to as many children and young people as we possibly can.
Newave provides a wide range of music and arts services to primary and secondary schools, including PPA cover and options for parents to pay directly for tuition. We welcome all enquiries from schools and we aim to provide a high quality, value for money solution to meet your needs.
Print GarageI am an artist and screenprinter creating deeply layered, colour saturated, slow motion screen prints.
The image generation is a slow process of experimentation, of trial and error; collecting imagery, developing patterns and overlaying all the different elements until new and intriguing relationships emerge. The results are brightly lit beacons of balearic zenshining out amidst a visual, digital landscape that is in constant upheaval, upgraded and updated daily.
I run how to workshops demonstrating screenprinting to both schools and the general public.
New VicThe Education team at the New Vic provides creative learning opportunities for everyone from four-years-old and upwards. No experience is needed and everyone is welcome. We believe that drama, as well as a vital art form in its own right, is a powerful means of learning -promoting problem solving skills, questioning and self-discovery.
We are committed to lifelong learning and giving everyone access to creative opportunities and activities. We work both within the formal education sector and in informal settings. Much of our work is involved in curriculum development and we deliver creative approaches across all subjects. From Youth Theatre to groups for older adults, holiday projectsand family learning, come and get involved.
Ruff & Ruby Youth CharityRUFF & RUBY IS AN URBAN YOUTH CHARITY.
As a growing charity with a ‘big heart’ RUFF & RUBY engages, energises & empowers ‘vulnerable’ young people to realise their value, reach their potential & in turn re:frame their world.
This is achieved by promoting positive self esteem & aspirations through innovative programs & services that
INFUSE VALUE, PURPOSE & SIGNIFICANCE
through a daily collaboration of topic based roadshows & workshops, 1:1 life coaching & mentoring, creative arts, VIP (valued individual person) Lift lifts (‘acts of intentional kindness) & Bedroom makeovers for young people ‘in need /poverty’ & employability experience & work readiness skill development @I The Ruff & Rubyrooms, INTU POTTERIES.
PINGO ARTPICTURE THIS is a combined arts project integrating photography and creative life-writing to empower young people to consider how they might achieve their ambitions in the future. Using cameras to represent life and story to validate and authenticate their sense of self, pupils participate in a series of creative workshops based around the themes of aspiration, inspiration and motivation. The photographs and stories are then exhibited as framed poster prints at a local university culmination event, which includes a full day’s activities and tour of the campus. At the end of the exhibition period each child’s print is made available for them to take home and keep.
Sharon has recently self-published a book themed around the project called
BE CRAYJUST: REAL LIFE MOTIVATION BY REAL LIFE PEOPLE
Sharon Corbett, a former graduate of Keele University and previous social worker delivers wellness workshops to businesses and community groups as well as working with schools, colleges and universities on projects to develop self-confidence, self-esteem and self-belief.
Sharon is currently delivering workshops online, embracing this whole new way of doing things!
Staffordshire Library and Arts Service Staffordshire Library and Arts Service consists of 43 static libraries and a mobile service which covers the whole of the county of Staffordshire. Some libraries are County managed and others are managed by community groups.
Libraries offer a range of services to our communities covering the following Universal Offers:• Culture and Creativity• Health and Wellbeing• Information and Digital• Reading
Services for children and Vision and Print Impaired People's Promise are embedded in all of the Universal Offers.
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Libraries produce a national calendar of annual events and activities where we focus our support and then augment this with more localised activities working in partnership with other cultural organisations and schools.
The Stoke 2000 The Stoke 2000 is an art, cultural & education project celebrating Stoke-on-Trent’s industrial heritage. It sees the creation of over 2000 bottle-oven wall planters made from recycled pallet wood in various versions (classic, insect hotels, bird feeders & bird boxes). All individually numbered & perfect for school gardens or community spaces.
Our workshops have strong links to the curriculum (STEM) and provide opportunities for learners to experience basic woodworking skills while teaching them about Stoke-on-Trent’s cultural and industrial heritage.
Stoke-on-Trent City Music ServiceThe City Music Service aims to deliver a quality music education that enhances the lives of pupils in Stoke-on-Trent. We believe that making music is inspirational and enables pupils to realise their potential. We promote a culture of inclusion, team work and positive thinking.
The City Music Service is one of the lead partners of The Music Partnership. The Music Partnership is a group of the region’s leading quality music education providers, committed to working together to ensure all young people have the opportunity to sing, learn an instrument and perform as part of an ensemble or choir. We receive funding from the Department of Education via Arts Council England to deliver the ‘National Plan for Music Education’.
The Potteries Museum & Art GalleryThe Potteries Museum & Art Gallery is home to diverse displays of art, local history, natural sciences and the world’s greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics.
The museum provides a range of inspiring workshops from Foundation to Key Stage 4 classes. Our workshops have been carefully developed to inspire, involve and motivate. We offer hands on, interactive workshops where pupils can get up close to our amazing collections. Our collections include: local history, natural science, fine art, craft and ceramics.
All our workshops are designed to support learning in the classroom and we are able to make adaptations to workshops to suit any access needs.
We are currently offering a selection of our most popular workshops which have been adapted to comply with current government Covid-19 safety advice.
For more information on school visits please email the Education Team [email protected] visit the museum website.
[email protected]/pmag
Stoke ReadsStoke Reads is a National Literacy Trust hub which aims to inspire families across the city to read together, and helps parents to support their children’s literacy skills.
To get families in Stoke excited about reading and sharing stories, we run exciting community initiatives like Story Quest which is a free initiative funded by Sport England. A Story Quest is an exciting story trail that guides families around local outdoor spaces while they complete physical and written challenges, meet local celebrities, discover fascinating facts and travel through time to uncover local history.
The stories are written for primary school aged children to read together with their parents/guardians and the walks are suitable for all levels of fitness.
We also work with schools to support the teaching of literacy, and partner with local community organisations and businesses who support our mission to raise literacy levels in the city.
[email protected]/communities/stoke
Unit TwelveUnit Twelve is a contemporary craft workshop and exhibition space in a stunning rural location in Staffordshire. It hosts a regularly changing programmeof exhibitions, with complementary art workshops run by Jennifer Collier, Iain Perry and exhibiting artists.
VoiceVoice is a magazine and platform for young creatives covering arts, culture, politics and technology.
It’s free for organisations and young people to use to share opportunities, research the industry and post their own views.
YMCA GO! A citywide project funded by the Department of Culture, Media & Sport and the National Lottery, aiming to provide exciting experiences, activities and opportunities to young people aged 10-18.
Working in partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council and local youth provision organisations, we have access to children’s centres and community spaces to provide activities in the evenings, weekends and school holidays.
We hope to provide positive outcomes for young people which will inspire them and encourage them to develop and thrive.
[email protected]/ymca-go
