Studio Sessions
We welcome Primary School groups to the Gallery to creatively and critically engage with our Collection and temporary exhibitions through artist-led practical workshops which link to subjects in the national curriculum. Groups can also do self-led tours of the Gallery with our printable resources.
Please note that Spring and Summer terms 2024 are now fully booked.
All our school sessions can be tailored to suit SEND groups.
Collection Connections
The Gallery owns one of the finest collections of Old Master paintings in the world. School visits to our Collection give pupils the chance to see works ranging from Tudor times to the 19th century, by artists including Rembrandt, Gainsborough and Poussin. Our gardens also provide a great opportunity to enjoy architecture and nature in one setting.
Through our Collection students can explore the themes of Identity or Nature.
The following workshop will be based around your choice of one of these themes.
Studio Workshops: Reception - KS2
Wednesdays and Thursdays 10-11.30am or 12.45-2.15pm
These artist-led workshops open with looking at a small, themed selection of paintings from the Collection to initiate enquiry-based dialogue and conversation. Students will be supported to experiment with a variety of materials, processes and skills while continuing to consider the workshop theme.
Please note that Spring and Summer terms 2024 are now fully booked.
£105 per session (for up to 30 students)
Mark Makers
Mark Makers is a unique workshop developed by our artist team drawing on their experiences of using creativity to support wellbeing. It has been created in response to increased levels of anxiety in school aged students. It is the perfect session for your students to start the school year as part of a whole school approach to Mental Health.
The session starts with a mindful activity in the Gallery and then moves to the studio where students will explore different creative processes to create their own toolkit of creative ideas.
Available: Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please note that Spring and Summer terms 2024 are now fully booked.
£105 per session (for up to 30 students)
