NSEAD is the trade union, learned society and professional association for art, craft & design educators across the UK.
We have been championing the subject of art, craft and design education since 1888: protecting, inspiring and supporting art teachers at all levels. Our membership community includes primary and secondary art teachers, student and early career teachers, researchers, arts and culture learning teams, and organisations.
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Latest news from NSEAD
Discover more about art, craft and design news and events nationwide.

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…

Save Arts Subjects: Letter in The Times
Leading arts figures including NSEAD patrons Bob and Roberta Smith and Dr Janina Ramirez, have joined over 700 people signing an open letter led by Independent…

CreaTech report calls for creativity and technology in schools
This new report recommends that we integrate creative and technical subjects into the curriculum from the earliest years.

Arts and Minds Campaign calls for change
The Arts and Minds campaign and coalition is calling for all children and young people to have the right to study creative subjects and for arts funding…