Welcome to Portobello Art School

A creative hub in the heart of portobello where young artist flourish.

 

We offer inspiring art classes for children and young people throughout the year, from after-school sessions and evening workshops to exciting holiday art camps. Our classes are designed to build confidence, spark imagination, and introduce a wide range of materials and techniques- all in a friendly playful environment. Whether beginners or budding creatives, everyone is invited to learn, explore, and make art with us!

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09:02 21 Sep 25
We had my son's birthday party at Portobello Art School. Fiona was so accommodating with the theme and activities. All of the children were so engaged and had a great time. The parents all commented on how great the crafts were that were brought home. Would highly recommend.
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H P
08:34 21 Sep 25
Love Portobello Art School. It’s such a haven of creativity and curiosity. Kids absolutely love attending their classes and get so much from knowledgable teachers, who are in tune with the students.
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OUR ETHOS

 

 
 

ART IS MORE THAN MAKING PICTURES

  • It is how we think, feel, grow

 

 

 
 

WE NURTURE CREATIVITY

  • Every child’s idea matters

  • There is no single right way to create

  • Curiosity and imagination are celebrated

 

 

 

 

 
 

WE SUPPORT EMOTIONS

  • Art is a safe space to express big feelings

  • We listen to one another with kindness

  • Mistakes are part of learning and growing

 

 

 
 

WE KEEP CHILDREN SAFE

  • We create a calm, respectful environment

  • We look after materials, space and each other

  • Everyone belongs here

 

 
 

WE create together

  • Art is not a checklist

  • It’s not about copying perfectly

  • It’s about exploring, experimenting, sharing

  • We encourage one another

  • We celebrate effort, not just outcomes

 

 
 

WE BELIEVE

  • Creativity builds confidence

  • Collaboration builds community

  • Art builds resilient, thoughtful young people

 

NEWS

Our Ethos

Feb 26, 2026

Using ‘The Children Are Now’ exhibition as a starting point and our Art School Ethos - the students created their own important messages to share with the world

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P4 Observational Drawings

P4 Observational Drawings

Nov 13, 2021

The class chose shells, sticks , feathers and other beach finds that appealed to them They looked at different drawing techniques to create their collages

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Contact

fiona mcwilliam

 

Phone

07931 967 265

e-Mail

info@portobelloartschool.com