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  1. Blog category
    •  Artsmark 20
    •  literacy

    Creating the perfect whole-school environment to inspire a love of reading

    Race Leys Junior School's environment is very bespoke, with each communal area focusing on a classic children's book such as Harry Potter, or JM Barry's Peter Pan. Find out how they redesigned the school environment to improve a love of reading for pupils. 

    A creative corner of Race Leys Junior School's library with vibrant colourful walls and a table and chairs in the corner
  2. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week
    •  arts partnerships

    Artsmark in action: Manchester Hospital School

    , 5 minute read

    Manchester Hospital School proudly received an Artsmark Gold Award. To celebrate, we spoke to Lisa Biggar, a teacher at the setting, about some of the things she’s most proud of...

    A selection of digital art created by students at Manchester Hospital Schools
  3. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    Darren Henley Congratulates Artsmark Schools

    As we launch the first Artsmark Celebration Week, Arts Council England's Chief Executive, Darren Henley, blogs about the important role arts and culture has on a young person's development, and has a special message of thanks for our Artsmark schools.

    Older children dancing on stage
  4. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    Newly Awarded Artsmark Schools Announced

    We are extremely proud to have Dame Reena Keeble, who has made a significant contribution to the education sector throughout her career, as a valued member of the Artsmark Assessment Panel.

    Special Education Needs setting Artsmark activity
  5. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    A great year for Artsmark

    Over the summer we’ve been reflecting on all the great things we achieved last year and wanted to say a big THANK YOU to our Artsmark community for helping us get to where we are today

    Matthew Bourne's New Adventures. ReBourne project with Patten School based on Cinderella, performed at Sadlers Wells Jan 2018
  6. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    Why Artsmark Celebration Week Matters

    Our Chief Executive Darren Henley tells us why schools, education settings and cultural organisations across the country are taking time to appreciate the benefits of cultural education this week.

    Young dancers at DRET schools dance festival 2018
  7. Blog category
    •  CPD
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    My #Artsmark20 story: Reaching the Golden moment of your career

    In this inspiring blog, one teacher talks us through not only their Artsmark journey to Gold, but the impact its had on her own professional development.

    Teacher demonstration at a textile workshop
  8. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    My #Artsmark20 story: Bourne Westfield Primary Academy's journey to Platinum

    Bourne Westfield Primary Academy share their journey to achieving Artsmark Platinum Award

    Child hand on painting