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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 20

    Simple ways we transformed our library

    In just under three months, The Victory Academy’s new librarian transformed their awkward, unloved library into an inclusive and vibrant space where children now feel welcome and safe. We speak to their Head of English, Layla Steeples, and librarian Jo Gallant about their vision.

    A close up photo of a selection of books by female authors celebrating International Women's Day at Victory Academy
  3. Blog category
    •  CPD
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    Resources to deliver creative workshops

    Artswork share practical resources to help teachers lead creative workshops focused on three different activities; creating a vegetable orchestra, lyric/song-writing and spoken word performance

    Artswork Bridge logo
  4. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    My #Artsmark20 story: It’s not something you’ll ever regret

    The Bridge organisation for the South West, Real Ideas, spoke to a primary and middle school about the epic journeys they've been on to inspire an arts revolution in their schools.

    Pupil learning to sew and smiling proudly
  5. Blog category
    •  Artsmark Celebration Week

    My #Artsmark20 story: Parental engagement beyond the pandemic

    Despite the challenges various lockdowns posed, Christ Church were thrilled to see how well parents engaged with online learning and getting more involved with their children’s education.

    A vibrant piece of art by a primary school pupil depicting sunny weather
  6. 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
  7. Blog category
    •  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: Using Artsmark to build creative foundations in school

    Bedford High in Leigh, north west England, have used Artsmark to transform their own practice within the school and influencing the work of other settings throughout their seven-year Artsmark journey.

    Two female students singing on stage into microphones