Home Education
Level 1 Award in Art
We’re excited to launch a brand new creative opportunity at Bore Place for home-educated young people: a 34-week, accredited art programme set in the heart of our beautiful 500-acre estate, starting in September 2025.
Led by local artist and Bore Place tutor, this course is designed to inspire young artists using the natural landscape around them - from fields and meadows, to woodland and gardens - as both subject and studio.
Students will work towards a Level 1 Award in Art, accredited by LASER Learning Awards. This qualification is equivalent to a GCSE grade D–G and offers a valuable opportunity for home-educated learners to gain recognised accreditation in a supportive, creative setting.
The course runs term-time on a Tuesday, broadly in line with Kent term dates. Click here for the course dates.
The Level 1 Award in Art is offered for two age-specific groups:
- 10am–12pm for ages 11–14 (equivalent to school years 7–9)
- 1pm–3pm for ages 14–18 (equivalent to school years 10–13)
Working independently and as part of a small group (max. 10 students), young people will develop their creativity and confidence across a range of disciplines including printwork, painting, drawing, clay work, and mosaics. The programme also supports the development of soft skills through collaboration, self-expression, and regular attendance.
At the end of the course, students will take part in a public exhibition at Bore Place - a unique opportunity to showcase their work and celebrate their creative journey.
A space will be available onsite for parents/carers who wish to stay during the session, with tea, coffee and Wi-Fi provided.
Course fee: £595 (£17.50 per session, 34 sessions)
How to register for 2025-26: Places are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. To book your young person onto the course starting in September 2025, please click the button below to send us an email.
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