We’re very excited to offer Arts Awards from Discover to Gold for those aged 7 to 25 here at Arty Farty Retreat. These qualifications are given by Trinity Arts College in London.
The Gold Arts Award is a Level 3 qualification The Silver Arts Award is a Level 2 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and is designed for ages 16 and above, but is open to young people aged 11 to 25. A level 3 qualification is similar to having an AS level. It also comes with 16 UCAS points.
The Silver Arts Award is a Level 2 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and is designed for ages 14 and above, but is open to young people aged 11 to 25. A level 2 qualification is similar to having a GCSE at grade A*–C or 4-9.
The Bronze Arts Award is a Level 1 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and is designed for ages 11 to 14, but is open to young people aged 11 to 25. A level 1 qualification is similar to having a GCSE at grades D–G or 1-3.
The Explore Arts Award is an Entry Level qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and is designed for ages 7 and above, but is open to young people aged 25 and under.
The Discover Arts Award is the launch-pad for the Arts Award qualifications. This introductory level is designed for ages 5 and above and open to anyone aged 25 and under. Everyone who completes this introductory award receives a certificate from Trinity College London.
These typically take place during weekly or fortnightly 1 to 1s. The great thing about these awards is that we can progress entirely at your pace. Our 1 to 1 sessions are £45 per hour, and the Award certificate is billed separately.
The 2026 certificate costs are as follows:
Discover Award: £4.90
Explore Award: £16.80
Bronze Award: £28.50
Silver Award: £39.00
Gold Award: £57.00
Find out more from Trinity College London here.
Email nell@artyfartyretreat.co.uk to find out more.