(Ages 11+)
Fridays – 1pm to 3pm
Autumn 2026 Term 1:
£147 for full term block
11th Sep
18th Sep
25th Sep
2nd Oct
9th Oct
16th Oct
23rd Oct
Book the Autumn Term 1 block here.
Autumn 2026 Term 2:
£147 for full term block
6th Nov
13th Nov
20th Nov
27th Nov
4th Dec
11th Dec
18th Dec
Book the Autumn Term 2 block here.
(Ages 11+)
This group is designed for older home-educated students ready to take ownership of their creativity and develop their own artistic voice.
More than a traditional art class, it is a flexible, student-led studio environment where each young artist is supported to explore their individual interests, strengths, and ideas.
Students will build core art skills and techniques while also learning how to think like artists – developing ideas, conducting research, and experimenting with materials. They will be introduced to a wide range of artists and creative practices to spark inspiration.
A variety of projects will be available, allowing students to choose directions that excite them. With guidance, they will learn how to take an idea from initial concept through to a resolved, finished piece, gradually developing their own style and confidence.
For those who wish, there is also the opportunity to work towards an Arts Award qualification.
In the Autumn term will be a trip to the Horniman museum, date to be confirmed, which parents are welcome to come along to. We will explore the historical artifacts and sketch what we can find!
Please see more information on the people behind Arty Farty Retreat, and our refund policy.
Arts Awards
From September 2021 we will be able to offer the Discover, Explore, Bronze and Silver Arts Award for children aged 11 to 25 here at Arty Farty Retreat. Please get in touch for more information.
The Bronze Arts Award is a Level 1 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and 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 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 Gold Arts Award is designed for ages 16 and above, and open to anyone aged 11 to 25. It’s a Level 3 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). A level 3 qualification is similar to an A-Level and earns 16 UCAS points.
https://www.artsaward.org.uk/site/?id=64