Arts Award Discover and Explore

Begin Arts Award even younger!

Following a successful pilot in 2011 we are now introducing two new awards to Arts Award's family. Arts Award Discover and Arts Award Explore will be open to all from April 2012 onwards. Trinity and Arts Council England are excited to see this development come to life...

'I am delighted that we are launching two new levels of Arts Award and setting the entry age at 7 years for these two new awards. This will enable more young people to gain recognition for their artistic achievements and enjoyment of the arts. I look forward to seeing the inspiring work in action. Good luck to everyone!'
Sarah Kemp, Chief Executive, Trinity College London

'Arts Council England has seen the demand for Arts Award to reach the younger age group grow and grow, and are really delighted to see the new levels get off the ground and arts organisations and schools start to deliver. It's fantastic that young people can now follow their Arts Award journey from 7-25.'
Laura Gander-Howe, Director or Learning and Skills, Arts Council England

Countdown to launch TRAINING BOOKING NOW OPEN

January onwards...
In order to run the new levels you need to take part in a half-day training course, which covers everything you need to know about assessing both awards and provides lots of useful delivery ideas. Existing Arts Award advisers already trained at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels will need to attend this training.

Training courses run from April 2012 onwards and will be bookable from 31 January 2012.

You have two choices:
Book onto a scheduled training course. Dates for the year have been programmed across the country to help your planning.

If there are six or more wishing to train, a more cost effective option is our in-house course. You can arrange for a trainer to come into your organisation at a time that suits you.

April onwards...
You and your colleagues will be able to attend adviser training and prepare to run the awards with children aged 7 upwards in your setting.

June onwards...
Submit names and work for certification and moderation. Celebrate and profile young people's achievements!