National Society for Education in Art & Design

I have been busy preparing for the 4th Artist-Teacher in Adult Community Learning Conference, taking place online on 21st March 2026.

This year’s theme, Making Space!

Abstract submissions open Monday, 17th November 2025!

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3/3 'We call on the government to help our teachers and members ensure excellent provision and equity of opportunity for all, with real investment in our classrooms, our workforce, and our subject.’

2/3 However, there is no room for complacency, with gender + some regional variations showing no closure in the attainment gap. Michele Gregson, GS NSEAD: ‘No child should have their life chances diminished due to their postcode or address. How can we ensure that all learners are able to shine?

We want to congratulate ALL students and teachers for helping young people to achieve their potential. Art and design A level (GCE) entries have decreased very slightly this year, whilst across nearly all grades attainment has risen. 1/2

We are pleased to announce that abstract submissions for the 14th iJADE Conference have been extended until Friday 10 October 2025.

Registration details, call for papers and more information can be found on our website - link in bio.

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Incredible… the power of drawing and the power of artist educators - all in one space and day 🙌🙌🙌

Studying the work of Henry Moore and Tony Cragg, Year 3 have explored sculpture vocabulary to create these vibrant sculptures made from clay and wire inspired by weathering and natural forms. 🤩
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Catching up on Influence from the NSEAD Conference 2025—Christopher Samuel and Sarah Fox offered powerful prompts on voice, narrative, and leading with care. A timely reminder of the impact we hold.

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I love attending @nsead.bsky.social workshops! Even though I’m knackered I’m inspired again!! Thank you!! So lovely to spend time with great colleagues such as @sophieleach.bsky.social and @ms-williams100.bsky.social

Right back at you, Abbie - An art educator with so much purpose 🙌

🌟 The new issue of AD magazine has just landed: Community with Purpose – and it’s a powerful one.

I'm honoured to have contributed a small piece!

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👉 You can access the full issue here: www.nsead.org/publications...

PS Thanks to @tate.bsky.social @nsead.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

Please join in, add your thoughts to the discussion board at the end of the article, and get the conversations going!

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Screenshot of the article on the Schools Week website.

NSEAD Gen. Sec., Michele Gregson, recently wrote an opinion piece for @schoolsweek.bsky.social reflecting on the way the curriculum review’s evidence that art & design are thriving masks concerning statistics and some very real weaknesses in our national offer.

Read the full article - link in bio

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Black and white photograph of leaf shadows projected onto a wall. Text reads: The Art Educator Blog, 'Teaching noticing in art, craft and design' by Teresa Smith

⬩ New art educator blog post ⬩

In this blog post, Teresa Smith shares her reasons for introducing 'noticing' as a key component of an effective art education programme with Primary Art & Design ITE trainee teachers.

Read the article - link in bio

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Save the Date!

We're delighted to confirm the 4th Artist-Teacher in Adult Community Learning Conference will take place on 21 March 2026.

Can't wait? Why not catch up on presentations from the 1st and 2nd conferences available in the resources section of our website - link in bio
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Abstract painting of a landscape overlaid with text. Ecologies, The 14th International Journal of Art and Design Education Conference. Online, Thursday 6 November 2025. Arnolfini, UWE Bristol, Saturday 8 November 2025. Registration and abstract submissions open now. Artwork: Untitled by Dr Rachel Payne (2025).

iJADE Conference 2025 | Ecologies

Registration and abstract submissions open now!

🗓️ Thursday 6 November & Saturday 8 November 2025
📍 Hybrid - Online & Arnolfini, UWE Bristol

Registration details, call for papers and more information can be found on our website - link in bio
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IT’S A WRAP… a day of golden threads, inspiration + ideas, connection + compassion. The ATACL artist educator community is special. Thank you @drabbiecairns.bsky.social for seeing how important it is to connect this vital community, and for working with @nsead.bsky.social to make it happen

That is it for Beyond Boundaries! It was an incredible day.

Huge thanks to the NSEAD Team; Diane, Sophie, and Michele.

Congratulations to all our presenters and speakers.

Appreciation to audience members for questions and comments.

See you next year!

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Next up is Ranae Lee who is presenting, 'A series of drawing exercises practiced building the confidence of adults with ASD on how to form compositions'.

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Our third presentation comes from Natalie Parfitt on 'Bridges to Yorkshire Exhibition'.

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We welcome the announcement with the report that a National Centre for Arts Education will be launched in September 2026, and the recognition that art and design education requires support and investment if learners are to thrive.

Some of NSEAD’s key recommendations raised in our submission to the call for evidence are highlighted in the report as areas that need reform, including: the impact of the Ebacc, the importance of digital literacy, critical thinking, and green skills.

⬩NSEAD’s response to the Curriculum and Assessment Interim Review⬩

The Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAR) interim report published today sets out the key findings from consultations and the open call for evidence carried out in autumn 2024.

Read NSEAD’s response: link in bio

SAVE ARTS SUBJECTS, Times letter ... The Ebacc set up a devastating and harmful subject hierarchy. We call on the Curriculum & Assessment Review (CAR) to address the impact of the Ebacc + Progress 8: they're limiting learner choice and pushing the arts to the margins www.thetimes.com/article/28ca...

🎨 Beyond Boundaries 2025

Exciting news! Ronnie Houselander is our creative workshop facilitator this year!

We’re especially thrilled to have Ronnie closing the conference, having been part of both our 1st & 2nd events! 🌟

Sat 22nd March

www.nsead.org/courses-advi...

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📣 Resources and professional development opportunities for artist educators this March!

#ArtEd #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeachingArt #ArtandDesign

I am so pleased to be welcoming Lou Chiu as the keynote to our third Artist-Teacher in Adult Community Learning Conference!

Lou will be talking about making sense of allyship, if you would like to catch this keynote join us online on Saturday 22nd March!

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