Get involved in arts for young people

We are always interested to hear from arts organisations, freelance creatives and educators to further develop our programme. If you would like to get involved please contact us.

Read details of opportunities available this term:

Free Creative Routes workshops

Working with Year 5 or 6, Creative Routes workshops are delivered by a creative professional to teach pupils a new creative skill and open their eyes to a wider range of creative skills and opportunities.

During their interactive creative session, pupils get hands-on industry insights with a fun mini-brief and commission-style experience. 

A limited number of the following workshops are available for Wandsworth primary schools during the autumn term:

  • Journalism with former BBC reporter, producer and Head of Change Sarah Burbedge
  • Illustration and the publishing world from professional Illustrator Grace Holliday

To book a workshop for your school, email creativewandsworth@wandsworth.gov.uk

Wandsworth's Discover Creative Careers event

Are your students curious about the exciting world of off-stage careers in the creative industries? Join us for an inspiring day of discovery.

This event is open to young people in school Years 7 to 13 as part of Creative Careers Week. 

Event details:

  • Date: Tuesday 14 November 2023
  • Time: 10am to 5pm
  • Location: Battersea Arts Centre

Activities and opportunities at this event include:

Creative Careers Fair - get ready to connect with leading arts organisations from across Wandsworth, such as Battersea Arts Centre, World Heart Beat, Omnibus Theatre and more! Discover a world of opportunities as you interact with professionals in off-stage roles in the creative industries. Learn about careers in marketing, production, design, and more.

Engaging talks and Q&As - expert speakers will demystify the different roles within the creative professions. Dive into captivating discussions and gain insights into what it takes to excel behind the scenes. Here's your chance to chat with the experts, ask burning questions, and envision your own creative path.

How to book

Schools, colleges and other secondary settings can book to bring a group of students at a specific time slot during the school day. Book a time slot for schools, colleges and other secondary settings

Youth groups and individuals can attend after school from 3.30 to 5pm. Book a slot for youth groups and individuals 

Get in touch

For more information about Creative Wandsworth and future workshops, contact Katherine Hill, Cultural Programme Manager for Schools and Young People:

News and updates

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Updated: 13/10/2023