Programmes

Open School East is structured around a 2 year programming cycle, with each cycle exploring and responding to a specific theme. The threads of this theme run through each of OSEs programmes.

In September 2024, we launched Building an Art School for the Future, a new model for programming at Open School East. You can read more about Building an Art School for the Future and find out more about each of our programmes below.

Read more: Building an Art School for the Future

Building an Art School for the Future

We are excited to announce Building an Art School for the Future, a new 2 year model at Open School East!

Read more: Open Call for Associate Artists 2025-26

Open Call for Associate Artists 2025-26

Find out more about our upcoming open call for the Associates Programme 2025-26


Read more: Associates Programme

Associates Programme

A part-time, year-long development programme for emerging adult artists & cultural practitioners.

Read more: Springboard Programme

Springboard Programme

Supporting the artists & cultural practitioners who have graduated from our Associates Programme

Read more: Public Programme

Public Programme

A multifaceted programme of events and activities open to everyone.

Read more: Civic Programme

Civic Programme

Devised in partnership with our local communities through deep-touch projects with leading artists and practitioners

Read more: Despacito Art School

Despacito Art School

For local 5 to 12 year olds who lack opportunities to develop creatively.