Fine Art Education for Creative Teens

Ages 11–16 | Build real skills. Gain real confidence. Earn real qualifications.

GCSE-Ready Teen 6 week Art Courses & Recognised Arts Award

Build Skills, Confidence & A Creative Portfolio.

Professional fine-art tuition for 11–16s. Small groups, all materials, certification included.

📅January Term Now Enrolling — Limited Spaces
🎨 £120
📍 The Art School Chester

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WHY THIS MATTERS

As your child grows, art becomes more than a hobby. It shapes confidence, identity, and their future opportunities.

At The Art School Chester, we deliver premium fine-art education for teens who want to:

✔ Level-up their drawing & painting skills
✔ Build a portfolio they can be proud of
✔ Prepare for GCSE or A-Level Art
✔ Express themselves through creativity
✔ Achieve a nationally recognised qualification (Arts Award)

WHAT THEY WILL LEARN

Strong Core Skills

Observational drawing
Shading, tonal values + chiaroscuro
Painting techniques + colour theory
Perspective + proportion

Exploration & Personal Style

Mixed media + expressive art
Illustration + design approaches
Creative decision making

Art Thinking & Techniques

Research + visual analysis
Refining work to a finished standard
Presenting and evaluating outcomes

Portfolio Development

Artwork ready for school submissions
Useful for GCSE/A-Level interviews

WHO IT’S FOR

A perfect fit for young people who:

Love art and want to get better fast
Want to take GCSE / A-Level Art in the future
Prefer a supportive but ambitious environment
Would enjoy earning art skills
Not just craft. Not just fun.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✦ Weekly 1.5-hour studio class
✦ All premium materials supplied
✦ Small class sizes + personal guidance
✦ A framed or mounted final piece each term
✦ Certificate of achievement
✦ Progression through multiple terms

Course Progression

Many students stay with us over multiple terms, gradually:

Building technical skill
Growing a varied body of work
3. They can choose if they want to start working towards Explore, then Bronze, Silver and eventually Gold!

You can start with a single term and, if your young artist loves it, continue as far as they wish.

THE ARTS AWARD PATHWAY

A recognised qualification awarded by Trinity College London

Your teenager can progress from:

🌱 Discover (Intro to creative learning)

🚀 Explore (Portfolio + new skills development)

🏅 Bronze (Lead a creative project, personal research)

🥇 Silver (Advanced personal portfolio + leadership)
🥇 Gold (University-level portfolio + real-world creative influence)

We provide:

✔ Full teaching + portfolio guidance
✔ Moderation + assessment support
✔ Celebration of achievement at completion

“It’s more than an art class — it’s a qualification that opens doors.”

COURSE PROGRESSION MAP

One small term at a time → A big creative future

Discover Art Award: Term 1 → Term 2

Explore Art Award: Term 3 → Term 4 → Term 5

Bronze Art Award: Term 6 → Term 7 → Term 8 → Term 9

Silver Arts Award: Term 10 → Term 11 → Term 12 → Term 13 →Term 14 → Term 15→ Term 16

Gold Arts Award: Term 17 - Term 27

✔ Students can join at the start of any course
✔ Progress is tracked by our tutors
✔ Returning students build skills every term

STUDENT SUCCESS

“The progress in just one term has been unbelievable.”
— Parent

“I felt confident choosing GCSE Art after this course.”
— Student, age 13

“Real techniques, real results. Worth every penny.”
— Parent

💳 Arts Award Payment Options

To make Arts Award as accessible as possible, we offer two flexible ways to pay:

Option 1 – Pay in Full

Secure their full Arts Award programme in one payment and enjoy a smooth, uninterrupted journey all the way to certification. Best for families who prefer everything sorted upfront, with no additional admin.

Purchase Arts Award

Option 2 – Pay per Term with Award Cost Distributed

Enrol term-by-term while steadily contributing towards the overall Arts Award fee.

The total qualification cost is evenly spread across the number of terms required for that level, so your young artist can continue progressing without a large upfront payment. Ideal for families who prefer to spread the cost while keeping progress moving.

Both options include:

All Arts Award tuition and portfolio support
Teacher review, guidance & progress tracking
Trinity moderation & certification fees
Use of materials and resources
Presentation & celebration of their achievement

If you’re unsure which option is best, we’re happy to talk it through and match the structure to your child’s age, level and ambition.

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Your teen deserves the best possible start on their creative journey.

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FAQ'S

Do they need previous experience?

No — beginners welcome! We tailor teaching for every level.

Do they need to be “good at art” already?
No. We support complete beginners through to advanced young artists. Everyone progresses at their own pace.

Will this help with GCSE or A-Level Art?
Yes. Our programme strengthens the exact skills needed: observation, composition, experimentation, refinement and evaluation. Many students use the work created here in school portfolios and interviews.

Is Arts Award a recognised qualification?
Yes. Arts Award is awarded by Trinity College London and is recognised nationally. At higher levels, it can support college applications — and Gold carries UCAS points.

Can my child join at any point in the year?
Yes. Each term is designed so new students can join, while returning students continue to progress onto more advanced techniques and Arts Award levels.

What if my child can’t make all 6 sessions?
We encourage students to attend every session where possible to get the most from the course. If a lesson is missed, we provide a guided homework task covering the key skills from that week so they can continue progressing at home and re-join smoothly at their next class.

How big are the classes?
We keep classes intentionally small to ensure high-quality teaching and individual support. Spaces are limited and often fill quickly.

Is this a drop-off class?
Yes. You’re welcome to drop off and collect at the end. All tutors are DBS-checked, and the studio is fully insured.

Can they stay long-term?
Absolutely. Many students stay with us for multiple years, building a rich body of work, confidence, and progressing through Arts Award levels.

What are the payment options?
For termly courses, payment is taken on booking. For Arts Award pathways, you can pay in full or spread the cost across the terms needed for that level. Just let us know which option you prefer.