What happens when artists and teachers work together to support pupils' wellbeing? Discover the impact of transforming classroom practice

For the past two years, teachers and artists across Letchworth have worked side by side, exploring how visual arts can support children's social, emotional and mental wellbeing by helping them understand and regulate their emotions through creative activities.

Backed by £164,000 of funding from Paul Hamlyn Foundation, the project has brought real, tangible outcomes to teachers and children in our local schools. Through the project we have seen:

Increased teacher confidence, creativity and leadership

Increased emotional expression, communication and engagement for children

Schools embedding long-term initiatives, using support strategies and interventions which have been piloted in this programme

Join us for an afternoon of sharing practice and celebration. See and hear examples of the work, talk to the teachers and artists involved, and hear what we've learned along the way.

Tea, cake and conversation included. We'd love you to see you there.

When: Friday 13th November, 13:30 – 16:00

Where: Broadway Gallery, 2 The Arcade, Letchworth Garden City SG6 3ES

Who: Open to teachers, artists and those working across education, culture and wellbeing - no prior involvement needed

Cost: Free to attend

Teachers, want to join us but need your teaching time covered?

Teachers from state-funded Letchworth schools (that did not participate in the programme) can claim reimbursement for up to a half day of teacher release costs to attend this event.

To access reimbursement:

Book your free Eventbrite ticket.

Email mollie.mclellan@letchworth.com as soon as possible, including confirmation of support from your Headteacher.

Funded places are limited to one teacher per school, early booking is recommended.

If you want to attend but cannot secure classroom cover, do still join between 3-4pm. You'll have a chance to talk to teachers and artists about their experience and find out more about how you can get involved in future projects. Please still book the ticket labelled 'After-School Networking Only'.

Travel: We are located in the heart of Letchworth’s town centre. Broadway Gallery is only a short walk from the railway station, within our historic shopping Arcade just off Ley’s Avenue. If you are travelling by car, the Wynd Car Park is the nearest.

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