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.
Post-16 V-level qualifications to be introduced
The government has announced the creation of new V Levels qualifications for students age 16-19. NSEAD calls on the government to ensure subject experts…
Bursaries for art and design trainees withdrawn despite the gap in teacher recruitment
We are devastated to learn that all art and design trainees – 2026-27 – will not receive a bursary to train to be a teacher. Many subjects have lost some…
Celebrating our Past Presidents & Senior Fellows
Last weekend, NSEAD Council convened for a day of celebration as well as the important work of governance and advocacy for our subject.
Film and Screen Curriculum expand Expressive Arts in Scotland
Screen Scotland, with Education Scotland and the Scottish Government officially launched the national rollout of Film and Screen into Scotland’s Curriculum…