Learn
Activities, resources and information for families, schools and teachers
Welcome
Our learning programme offers opportunities for creative, hands-on exploration and discussion-based enquiry to enhance and enrich people’s engagement with art.
We welcome schools, colleges and universities for visits to explore the Kettle’s Yard house and exhibitions.
Visit our What’s On to find about upcoming workshops and events for all ages and abilities.
Schools and Colleges
From free facilitated visits to cost-effective artist workshops, our schools programme aims to inspire, spark curiosity and foster creativity. Learn more about how we can tailor your session or book a visit.
Teachers
Engage with art, generate new ideas and develop your teaching practice with Kettle’s Yard’s programme for primary and secondary teachers.
Learning Resources
Our learning resources can be used before, during and after your visit. Explore a selection focused on themes and artworks in the Kettle’s Yard house and collection or learn more about current and past exhibitions and select artists.
Activities for All
Get creative with activities for families and children of all ages at home and at Kettle’s Yard.
What’s On
Studio Sunday: Relaxed Session
Join us for a relaxed Studio Sunday session aimed at children and families with additional sensory needs.
Studio Sunday
Unlock your creativity at our free, artist-led workshops for families in the Clore Learning Studio.
Holiday Workshop: Sew Inspirational! DIY Painted Patches
Join artist Rachel McGivern in this workshop for 11-16 year olds and create your own patch to take home and iron onto clothes or bags!
Holiday Workshop: Cardboard Kettle's Yard
Artist Ian Brownlie will lead a fun and experimental workshop where you will create your own cardboard sculptures inspired by artworks, objects and ideas in the Kettle's Yard house.
Twilight at the Museums: 2126 at Kettle's Yard
Twilight at the Museums will be taking over the galleries and beyond at Kettle’s Yard as families can explore ‘What might the future look like inspired by our global history and culture?’
Holiday Workshop: Dance, Style and Pattern: Creative Thinking Caps on with Sin Cru
Join the dancers and creative from Sin Cru and discover hip-hop culture for Cambridge today!
Studio Sunday: Relaxed Session
Join us for a relaxed Studio Sunday session aimed at children and families with additional sensory needs.
Studio Sunday
Unlock your creativity at our free, artist-led workshops for families in the Clore Learning Studio.
Early Years Studio
Early Years Studio is a fun, creative, immersive experience for children aged 0–4.
Studio Sunday: Relaxed Session
Join us for a relaxed Studio Sunday session aimed at children and families with additional sensory needs.
Studio Sunday
Unlock your creativity at our free, artist-led workshops for families in the Clore Learning Studio.
Looking at Contemporary Art | BSL Interpretation at Kettle’s Yard
Exploring modern and contemporary art can be exciting, inspiring and fun – but it can also be strange or challenging. Here’s a few suggestions to help you get started.
Latest Stories
Read the latest blog posts from our community and learning team
A Second Successful Year for the Look/Make/Talk Supported Schools Programme
Kettle’s Yard Learning and Engagement Coordinator, Holly Morrison tells us more about our school programme Look/Make/Talk, which has been generously funded by the Clore Duffield Foundation.
BRIDGES Artist in Residence: Introducing Maraid Mcewan
In this blog post we meet the BRIDGES artist in residence for year 2 of the project, Maraid Mcewan.
Celebrating Volunteers' Week 2025
To celebrate Volunteers’ Week, we spoke to two of our volunteers, Sheena and James, to find out what they’ve been up to at Kettle’s Yard!