Curriculum links: Art & Design, D&T, English, PSHE, PE, Music, Geography, Maths, History & Computing
Location: Face to Face
Suitable for: KS1 & KS2
Time: 1-2 hours
The Cumbria Arts and Culture Network are excited to offer a wide range of inspiring, curriculum linked workshops through their See it to Be it programme.
All sessions are designed to raise aspirations, broaden horizons and introduce pupils to the exciting creative careers available right here in Cumbria. From storytelling, illustration and nature writing to dance, music, puppetry, museum creation, map making, TV production, theatre and game design, each workshop is led by a local creative professional who brings real world experience into your classroom. These sessions help children discover new talents, build confidence and see the incredible future opportunities open to them within our region’s thriving creative sector. Bookings are now open!
Please note that not all workshops are available within all areas of Cumbria due to the location of the volunteers.
We are excited to offer a brand new programme of FREE Careers in the Arts workshops for KS1 and KS2 pupils for West Cumbrian primary schools. These sessions are designed to raise aspirations, develop confidence and oracy, and help children understand how creativity and storytelling connect to real careers.
The workshops are led by experienced artists and creative professionals and combine hands-on creative activities with insight into working life in the arts, media and creative industries.
Examples of sessions available include:
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Drawing a ‘story map’ – KS1 & KS2 – drawing visual story maps, developing listening skills and confidently retelling stories together
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KS1: Real Life Stories – Turning Memories into Magic
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KS2: Your Life, Your Story – Writing About True Events turning memories into stories and exploring life as a writer
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Music & Creative Careers – interactive music workshops with West Cumbrian musicians, exploring how music can inspire creativity and positive change
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A Day in the Life of a Musician – live performance, group singing and discussion about careers in music and wellbeing
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Puppetry & Performance – creating shadow puppets and bringing stories to life through drama and play
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Storymakers – collaborative story creation using objects, sound, images and imagination
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Television Production – pupils take on real TV roles such as directing, sound, costume and lighting
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Game Design & Creative Technology – team-based storytelling and paper prototype game design
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Creative Map-Making – hands-on art, printing and 3D map design linking Art, Geography, Maths and DT
Key benefits for pupils:
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Develop oracy, listening and confidence
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Experience teamwork, creativity and problem-solving
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Meet real creative professionals and explore a wide range of career pathways
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Make clear links between the curriculum and the world of work
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Challenge stereotypes about who creative careers are for
All sessions are fully supported and organised to minimise staff workload.
If you would be interested in booking any of these Careers in the Arts sessions at your school, or would like to discuss which options would best suit your pupils, please do get in touch.
Please note that some sessions are only available in certain areas and sessions are limited so please get in touch asap if you would like to book.
Contact Rebecca.Day@cforlp.org.uk – to find out what is available in your area