Artsmark

We know many of our schools engage with Music Hubs. Arts Council England has produced this wonderful film about the inclusivity Hubs offer, featuring Lancashire Music Service.

Have a watch and be inspired: https://youtu.be/nSTWSvGaG-Q

Find out more about Music Hubs and how your school can connect with high-quality music provision for your children and young people: https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/MusicHubs

Music Hubs: Inclusion This case study film explores inclusive practice at Lancashire Music Hub, with a particular focus on their Accessible Instrument Library and Mobile Music Veh...

Research from the National Literacy Trust has shown that reading for pleasure is at a 20-year low.

What if the answer lies in rethinking reading as a creative process? Our latest blog explores how schools can unlock imagination, agency and Artsmark success through inclusive, creative reading practices.

https://www.artsmark.org.uk/blog/beyond-page-why-reading-creative-act

Based near Northampton and need to start work on your Statement of Commitment or Statement of Impact?

There's still spaces on both Module 2 & 3 sessions on Thursday 30 April.

Book here👇

Goldsmiths' learning programme Find out about the world-leading learning programme from Goldsmiths, University of London.

Ready to bring more creativity to children and young people this year? You don’t have to do it alone.

The Cultural Education Network is on hand to help teachers, freelance artists and cultural organisations bring cultural learning to life. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your existing offer, the Network can support you with:

✨ Expert guidance on how arts and culture can support your curriculum and priorities
✨ Connections to local cultural organisations, artists and opportunities
✨ Advice on planning creative projects that have real impact
✨ Clear routes into programmes like Artsmark
✨ A friendly space to explore what’s possible - no pressure, just specialist, tailored support

Their friendly Specialists offer free one‑to‑one sessions to help you shape your next step. Think of it as a sounding board, a strategy chat and a spark of inspiration all rolled into one.

👉 So what are you waiting for? Book your free one‑to‑one today.
https://www.culturaleducationnetwork.org.uk/book-one-one

Summer term dates for Artsmark Modules 2 and 3 sessions with Goldsmiths, University of London are now available to book online.

More on Goldsmiths' Artsmark learning programme and links to book are here 👇

Goldsmiths' learning programme Find out about the world-leading learning programme from Goldsmiths, University of London.

Nominate your shining stars for this year's National Arts and Cultural Education Awards!

Nominations are OPEN for the National Arts and Cultural Education Awards 2026!

We believe every child deserves to grow up surrounded by a wealth of creative opportunities. The mission of these awards is to celebrate the incredible, passionate people – teachers, artists and creative practitioners, youth and social workers, health and wellbeing specialists and community volunteers.

For this year's awards, we are inviting nominations for 10 categories:
🎨 The Arts Leadership in Education Award
🤝 The Inspirational Local Partnership Award
🧠 The Innovators in Engagement Award
🌱 The Mighty Roots Award
✍️ The Fearless Freelancer Award
1️⃣ The One to Watch Award
🎨 The Young Arts Activism Award
🎆 The Spark the Change Award
⚡️ The Power in Practice Award
🗣️ The Changemaker Award

We are excited to take the Awards national and invite nominations from across the whole of the UK, including our friends in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. Please share!

The deadline for submissions is midday (12:00pm) on Monday 1st June 2026 and it is FREE to nominate!

For full guidance, judging criteria and more, please go to: https://bit.ly/4b9ih7D

📣 Half term breather? It's the perfect time to plan your next creative win.

Calling all teachers, educators and freelance teaching artists, if you’re looking to bring more arts, culture and creativity into young people’s lives this year, The Cultural Education Network has something just for you.

Their Specialist team offers free one‑to‑one sessions to help you explore what’s possible, spark new ideas, and map out the right path for you. No pressure, just friendly expert guidance.

So why not start the new half term feeling inspired and ready to go?

👉 Book your free one-to-one today

The Cultural Education Network If you’re a teacher, work at a creative and cultural organisation, or are a freelance teaching artist, the Cultural Education Network is here to support you.

🎨 Calling secondary arts teachers!

Arts Council England, The Gatsby Foundation and Teacher Development Trust are running a research project to improve professional development in arts-based subjects, and they'd love your input.

🗓️ Online focus group: Monday 23 February, 3:30 - 4:45pm

Subjects include Art & Design, Drama, Media/Film Studies, Music and Dance.

Can’t make it? You can still register your interest.

👉 Sign up using the form and the team will be in touch.

Focus Group - Participant Profile & Availability Thank you for your interest in supporting our research on subject professional development in secondary schools. The aim of the our current research project is to: - explore the professional learning needs and experiences of those who teach within the Arts in England - identify what might constitute...

🎉 As Artsmark turns 25, we want teachers back in the driving seat. We’re looking at what we can change and improve. We’re running short 1:1 interviews to understand your real experiences of the programme - what works, what’s tough, and what support truly helps.

👥Who? Art leads, teachers and SLT involved in Artsmark in the last 3 years.
💬What? A confidential, 60 min remote interview with an independent researcher.
📅When? 16 Feb – 5 Mar, with flexible slots.

👉 Share your availability here: https://buff.ly/iKqfJ32 or email [email protected] to find out more.

Artsmark teacher experience - interview availability Thank You! It is very important to us that any changes we make to Artsmark are informed by the teachers who use it. We are very appreciative of your willingness to give your time and share your experience of Artsmark with us. We are organising 1-to-1 interviews with teachers who have experience of A...

🌟 Free Social Model of Disability Webinar for Schools 🌟

We’re excited to share that Arts Council England has opened up their upcoming CPD webinar on the Social Model of Disability, created as part of the Creativity Collaboratives project. Open to all schools, these sessions offer practical insights to support more inclusive cultural education practice.

🕒 When: Thursday 12 February, 3:30 - 4:45pm
💸 Cost: Completely free
💻 Capacity: Up to 300 attendees

👉 Register for any sessions you'd like to join: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ndaz7I7BcUiRBwJUJ8IK85qyIOIruPpPvl3KW0GZamVUOTVHUUZHS0dKQTg1Skg1TVNEOFFQS1REVy4u&route=shorturl
Please feel free to share with colleagues and networks who might benefit. The more the merrier!

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🥳 We're Hiring: Freelance Producer for Artsmark 25! 🥳

Artsmark is turning 25 and we're looking for a dynamic Freelance Producer to lead a year of national celebrations!

If you're passionate about arts, culture, and education, this is a rare opportunity to shape a milestone moment for thousands of schools across England.

If you feel you match this role and would like to be part of Artsmark 25, please send your Expression of Interest by Monday 16 Feb.

Find out more 👇
https://www.artsjobs.org.uk/jobs/search/74909