This is a 4-day Spring School for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 running from 7th - 10th April 2026.

Event details

  • 7 April 2026 - 10 April 2026

    10:00-14:00 (GMT)

    UCA Canterbury

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Dates: Tuesday 7th - Friday 10th April 2026

Time: 10:00-14:00 each day

Join us at UCA Canterbury for an opportunity to experiment, make, and explore in a creative higher education setting. Participants will take part in a mix of hands‑on art and design workshops, try out different creative mediums, and build work that can go straight into a growing creative portfolio. Along the way, they will also find out about inspirational artists, develop their own critical voice, and experience the independence of studying in a real creative university environment.

By completing the full 4-day programme, participants will achieve a Bronze Arts Award, a nationally recognised qualification that strengthens CVs, college applications, and future creative pathways. No previous Arts Award experience or levels are needed to take part in this programme.

Workshops will be led by experienced creative tutors, and all creative abilities are welcome to take part.

This Easter School is free to attend, and participants will be provided with a materials pack to support them throughout the project. Lunches are also provided each day.

If you would like to take part in this exciting project, please complete our application form. The deadline for applications will be 11.59 pm on Monday 23rd March.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch at outreach@uca.ac.uk.

Useful information

This event is only for children in care and care experienced young people who are currently residing in Kent and Medway, in years 9-14 (or FE equivalent).

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