Early years
- NewsTake Art has key role in new Early Years Qualification
Take Art is very excited to announce that our very own Jane Parker (experienced Early Years Music Practitioner and the Project Manager of Soundwaves Extra) has been appointed the South West mentor for a pioneering new qualification for music practitioners working in the Early Years.
More info - NewsHopper - Call out for Artists
Take Art, Surrey Arts and China Plate are looking for submissions from theatre makers to take part in an exciting two-year pilot project that will create opportunities for young children to experience high quality performances in Early Years (EY) settings in Somerset and Surrey.
More info - NewsNew Hopper Project Set to Reshape Early Years Theatre
Somerset Arts organisation Take Art, in partnership with Surrey Arts and China Plate, has received £92k from the Arts Council’s Strategic Touring Fund and £24k from the Paul Hamlyn Foundation for the Early Years regional Theatre project Hopper, focusing on Somerset and Surrey in 2017/18.
More info - NewsJob Opportuntity for Early Years Project Manager
Take Art is seeking to appoint an experienced Project Manager for Hopper, our new Early Years Touring Project. Part time 18.5 hours per week for an initial one year contract, up to £25,000 pro rata or £13,000 annual freelance fee.
More info - NewsGetting down to Elementals
On Monday 5 September the Take Art Early Years team met up with artists, advisors and researchers from the Early Years Elements project for a skills sharing day, including Dr Karen Wickett from Plymouth University, who will be carrying out research on the project.
More info - NewsMusic To Our Early Ears
Jane Parker, our new Early Years Manager, will be picking up the conductor baton this May and leading the conversation on the importance of music for the under fives.
More info - NewsCall Out for Artists: Digital/ Visual
We are looking for freelance visual/digital artists to work with under fives and the early years workforce in Somerset.
More info - NewsAlfred the Mouse Goes to School
An innovative new project supporting early years with their big move up to primary school.
More info - NewsJob Opportunity: Early Years Arts Manager
Take Art is seeking an experienced Project Manager for its Early Years Creativity Service
More info - NewsTake Art ‘Soundwaves’ project receives Youth Music grant
Take Art has been granted £89,150 from Youth Music to expand on the Early Years Music Network in the South West.
More info - NewsThe National Trust, National Portrait Gallery and Take Art join forces
Five year olds are inspired by the very Long Gallery at Montacute and make their own noble self portraits….
More info - NewsDance & Drama Opportunities for your School
Some autumn term dates still available for professional touring shows, workshops and CPD training available for schools bookings.
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