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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Time in Art and Design event
‘Time in Art and Design’ hosted by The National Portrait Gallery (28 Nov 2025), and organised by Nitya Paul, head of art and design at Burlington Danes…
Building a world class contemporary curriculum for all?
Following the publication of the Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAAR) final report, NSEAD respond with their analysis of what it means for Art and…
Ebacc to be abolished
The final report and recommendations of the Curriculum and Assessment Review have been published. The announcement that the English Baccalaureate is to…
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…