Primary Textiles Resources ONLINE LIVE Intro Session by Textiles Skills Centre on cademy.io

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PRIMARY TEXTILE RESOURCES INTRO SESSION

(ONLINE LIVE SESSION)

DATES:

TUES 13 JANUARY

TUES 10 FEBRUARY

WED 11 MARCH

TUES 28 APRIL

WED 6 MAY

TUES 9 JUNE

Time: 19:00 – 20:00
Cost: FREE

Inspiring Textiles for Primary Teachers

Join the Textiles Skills Centre for a FREE ONLINE LIVE session introducing our new online Primary Textiles Resources — a brand-new suite of eight creative, curriculum-supporting teaching materials developed with funding from the All Saints Educational Trust.

This intro session is aimed at any primary teacher looking to bring textiles into the classroom through fun, hands-on, and inclusive learning experiences. While not curriculum-specific, these activities support both the Art & Design and Design & Technology curricula, with a strong focus on creativity, sustainability, and practical making.

*On completion of the session you will get full access to the 8 online resources when launched.*

About the Resources

The 8 Primary Textiles Resources explore everything from the basics of “What are textiles?” to sustainability, digital design, and creative making.

Each includes:

Engaging practical activities

Worksheets and classroom games to support learning

Artist, designer, and career spotlights

Cultural, cross-curricular, and sustainability links

Equipment lists and health & safety guidance

Reflect and recall sheets to consolidate learning

Online Primary Resource Titles:

What are Textiles?

Skills for Life

Sustainability

Digital Textiles

Art Textiles

Textile Technology

Art Textiles – Design & Make Projects

Textile Technology – Design & Make Projects

The Mental Health Benefits of Textiles in Primary

Engaging with textiles offers a hands-on learning experience that helps children develop patience, problem-solving, dexterity, and focus — while nurturing creativity, wellbeing, and collaboration. It’s a subject that builds confidence and a sense of achievement, supporting both emotional and cognitive growth.

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What we will talk about and show you:

An overview of ‘How to’ use the Primary Textiles Resources effectively in your classroom

Show examples of ways pupils can explore, investigate, and express ideas through creative, practical designing and making activities that link textiles to artists and the wider world.

Demo the resources which show innovative ways to explore sustainability and environmental awareness

How the resources inspire curiosity about textile careers and everyday applications

Examples of approaches to help pupils express ideas through design and making.

What the resources will give you:

Practical, achievable lesson ideas ready to use immediately

Strategies to enhance creativity, problem-solving, and engagement

Access to free teaching resources developed by the Textiles Skills Centre

How the resources will give greater confidence in teaching and linking textiles to the wider curriculum

Continued professional development and networking opportunities

*Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how textiles can transform learning in your classroom — and inspire the next generation of creative thinkers.*

Resources Developer and Leader: NICKY SIMPSON

Your course leader is NICKY SIMPSON, a contemporary textiles artist, who has 12 years teaching experience, heading up Fashion & Textiles at a school in Kent. She has taught Art & Design Textiles at GCSE and A Level, Design and Technology/Textiles at GCSE & A Level and BTEC Level 3 Fashion.

Her last set of grades were: A Level 100% A-A*; GCSE 70% A-A* (100% A*-B). She had a previous 22-year career as a print designer and colourist, creating print ranges for the international market.
Since 2016 Nicky has been a workshop developer and leader for the online and F2F courses for Textiles and Art teachers on behalf of the Textile Skills Centre, including pattern development. Nicky has mentored many graduate trainees, and now mentors many fellow teachers through the TSC mentorship programme.

What others have said about Nicky's workshops:

'Having been to one of Nicky's workshops, I used one of her lessons and received an 'Outstanding' observation.'

'Superb day - so inspirational! So much covered and a LOT of new skills learnt. Thanks!!'

'Loads of info which was GREAT. All really useful & relevant. Brilliant starting point for newish Art & Design teacher. Thank you so much.'

'Fabulous presenter. Gave loads + loads of information and ideas. I feel really inspired! Loved the practical samples we did. Would highly recommend!

'A great course with lots of hands-on sampling.

'Fantastic day, really useful and applicable to both Art and D&T subjects. Thanks!'

This course and the resources have been developed by Textiles Skills Centre with an award from All Saints Educational Trust.

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