How can we help?
How can we help?
Below are just some of the areas where our Cultural Education Specialists have supported teachers, freelance teaching artists and educators at creative and cultural organisations.
This list is not exhaustive - if your area of need isn’t listed, please submit a one-to-one request anyway. We’ll do our best to provide the support you’re looking for!
Partnership Working
Partnership Working
Our Cultural Education Specialists support schools, freelance teaching artists and educators at creative and cultural organisations to build lasting, meaningful partnerships both locally and nationally.
We know that cultural organisations offer rich educational opportunities for children and young people, yet connecting with schools and aligning with their needs can be challenging. Freelance teaching artists are essential to high-quality cultural education but often face isolation and limited sustainable opportunities. Schools also benefit greatly from strong community partnerships.
Whether you’re a school seeking to strengthen arts provision or a freelancer or cultural organisation looking for long-term collaborations, our Cultural Education Specialists can help. We provide:
- signposting to opportunities and networks in your area.
- support for co-creation with teachers, children, and young people to ensure your work is relevant and impactful.
- guidance in speaking the language of schools and learners
Together, we can create partnerships that inspire, engage, and make a real difference.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“Very helpful- I have some connections for new companies / agencies that I can contact to support work in school.” - Freelancer, One-to-One Participant.
“Thoroughly enjoyed out chat and your knowledge of cultural partners. I left the call confident with next steps that I could action in my school.” – School, One-to-One Participant.
“Michael was very knowledegable and encouraging and his advice was really useful - we wouldn’t have known to look in the places or speak to the people he’s suggested talking to. Thank you.” - Cultural Organisation, One-to-One Participant.
“The 1:1 session was so useful in helping me to assess where I am as a facilitator, what my goals are and how I can continue to move on in my career working in partnership with schools and cultural organisations. Michael was a great listener and gave some excellent suggestions on areas to focus on and tips for expanding my network and new approaches to try. I would highly recommend these 1:1s. Thank you Cultural Education Network!” – Freelancer, One-to-One Participant.
Curriculum Leadership Advice and Support
Curriculum Leadership Advice and Support
Our team of experienced Cultural Education Specialists can provide tailored guidance to help art leads strengthen their leadership and curriculum design skills. We can help you explore and develop a range of curriculum models that align with national standards and best practices, while reflecting the unique needs and priorities of your setting.
This support can help you to:
- review and refine existing curriculum structures to ensure they are inclusive, engaging, and progressive
- explore innovative approaches to curriculum planning that foster creativity and critical thinking
- gain practical strategies for embedding art education across the wider curriculum and supporting whole-school priorities
- build confidence in leadership by developing clear, actionable plans for implementation and evaluation
Our goal is to empower art leads to create meaningful learning experiences that embed arts, culture and creativity in the curriculum.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“Sally was very helpful and knowledgeable with the support that I needed. Efficient and explained opportunities succinctly.” - Teacher, One-to-One Participant.
“I had the best experience, friendly, listened, helped, let me know I am not the only one and I felt so valued at the end.” – School, One-to-One Participant.
Creative Approaches to Learning
Creative approaches to learning
Our Cultural Education Specialists can help schools and educators develop innovative, engaging approaches to teaching and learning in art and design. We provide guidance on curriculum models, share best practice and support peer-learning opportunities.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“Very welcoming, supportive, helpful-opened my eyes to other possibilities-thank you.” - Freelancer, One-to-One Participant.
“It was a positive experience and I found the points of discussion informative and helpful. I enjoyed my session immensely and provided me with much food for thought about my practice. I am grateful for the opportunity.” - Freelancer, One-to-One Participant.
“The call was extremely informative. Sally had obviously researched and prepared for what I had asked for support with and talked me through the links, leaving me with lots of resources and ideas. The idea of written feedback was gratefully received as it meant that I could focus on the conversation. Thank you for a great supportive call.” - Teacher, One-to-One Participant.
“Helpful friendly support. I feel like I was listened to and am supported in a plan going forward.” - Cultural Organisation, One-to-One Participant.
Integrating the Arts into the Curriculum
Integrating the arts into the curriculum
Our Cultural Education Specialists can help schools embed the arts across the curriculum in meaningful and sustainable ways. We provide guidance on linking creative subjects with core learning areas, developing cross-curricular projects and aligning arts education with national priorities. By working with us, you can create a curriculum that fosters creativity, supports academic achievement, and enriches the learning experience for all students.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“Sally was very helpful and knowledgeable with the support that I needed. Efficient and explained opportunities succinctly.” - Teacher, One-to-One Participant.
“I had the best experience, friendly, listened, helped, let me know I am not the only one and I felt so valued at the end.” – School, One-to-One Participant.
Advocating for the Arts at Your School
Advocating for the Arts at Your School
We can help you champion cultural education and demonstrate its value within your school community. Our specialists provide practical strategies and evidence to show how the arts enrich learning, support wellbeing, and contribute to whole-school priorities. We can assist with creating compelling messages for senior leaders, governors, and parents, and help you align arts provision with curriculum goals and national frameworks. By working with us, you’ll be equipped to make a strong, informed case for creative approaches to learning.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“I left the call confident with next steps that I could action in my school.” – Teacher, One-to-One Participant.
“Sally was very helpful and knowledgeable with the support that I needed. Efficient and explained opportunities succinctly.” – School, One-to-One Participant
Local and National Networks
Local and National Networks
We can help you connect with the right people and opportunities to strengthen your arts education work. Our specialists signpost schools, freelancers, and cultural organisations to local and national networks that offer support, collaboration, and professional development. Whether you’re looking for partnerships, funding opportunities, or communities of practice, we’ll identify networks near you and guide you towards resources that can help you grow and thrive.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“Came up with a range of contacts that we have not considered. Was knowledgeable and offered to do further research in order to fully answer further questions. A really useful and insightful resource that will make a huge difference to our practice in Arts Education.” – Teacher, One-to-One Participant
“Thoroughly enjoyed out chat and your knowledge of cultural partners. I left the call confident with next steps that I could action in my school.” – Teacher, One-to-One Participant
“The 1:1 session was so useful in helping me to assess where I am as a facilitator, what my goals are and how I can continue to move on in my career working in partnership with schools and cultural organisations. Michael was a great listener and gave some excellent suggestions on areas to focus on and tips for expanding my network and new approaches to try. ” - Freelancer, One-to-One Participant
“Michael was very knowledgable and encouraging and his advice was really useful - we wouldn’t have known to look in the places or speak to the people he’s suggested talking to. Thank you.” - Cultural Organisation, One-to-One Participant
Developing your peer learning community
Developing your peer learning community
Our specialists can help you build strong, supportive peer networks that foster collaboration and shared learning. We work with schools, freelancers, and cultural organisations to create connections that lead to lasting, meaningful partnerships both locally and nationally. By developing a peer learning community, you can share best practice, exchange ideas, and access collective expertise to strengthen your arts provision and professional growth.
Whether you’re a school looking to connect with others, or a freelancer seeking sustainable opportunities, we’ll guide you towards networks and strategies that make collaboration easy and impactful.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“Came up with a range of contacts that we have not considered. Was knowledgeable and offered to do further research in order to fully answer further questions. A really useful and insightful resource that will make a huge difference to our practice in Arts Education.” – Teacher, One-to-One Participant
“Thoroughly enjoyed out chat and your knowledge of cultural partners. I left the call confident with next steps that I could action in my school.” – Teacher, One-to-One Participant
“The 1:1 session was so useful in helping me to assess where I am as a facilitator, what my goals are and how I can continue to move on in my career working in partnership with schools and cultural organisations. Michael was a great listener and gave some excellent suggestions on areas to focus on and tips for expanding my network and new approaches to try. ” - Freelancer, One-to-One Participant
“Michael was very knowledgable and encouraging and his advice was really useful - we wouldn’t have known to look in the places or speak to the people he’s suggested talking to. Thank you.” - Cultural Organisation, One-to-One Participant
Artsmark Support
Artsmark Support
Our Specialists can help with. schools, freelancers and cultural organisations make lasting, meaningful partnerships in their local areas and nationally. Whether you’re a school looking for community links to strengthen your arts provision, or a freelancer seeking sustainable opportunities, our Specialists can help.
Here's what you've had to say...
Here’s what you’ve had to say…
“I found the session extremely useful in supporting me with the Artsmark application and addressing some concerns I have with questions that only a specialist can answer. Sally was extremely knowledgeable and was able to both reassure me and offer practical solutions to help me evidence some current gaps in the Artsmark statement that is due in June. The second session allowed me to discuss very specific areas and narrow down from the broader first meeting. This was really useful and the detailed written feedback will give me further resources to explore to support ambitious CPD work around play and fine motor skills for primary schools that fits within the Artsmark application.” – School, One-to-One Participant
“I found the meeting really useful. It really helped me clarify my own vision and our aims for our Artsmark Journey. I am ambitious and very passionate about how our involvement in Artsmark could make a really positive and sustainable difference to our curriculum provision and ultimately to our children. I felt that talking with Sally and listening to her suggestions really grounded me and gave me practical ideas which we could really use with staff and children which are so in line with what we want to achieve. I thought Sally was patient, kind and supportive. She was knowledgeable and encouraging. The offer to get in touch again in the future for more support is excellent.” - School, One-to-One Participant
“Very supportive and useful speaking through some suggested aspects that we could action to further consolidate becoming a platinum school. Thank you.” - School, One-to-One Participant