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Learning is embedded deep in the foundations of YSP.

Our Learning team inspire learners of all ages to explore the many layers that make up our environment. Visitors can creatively engage with modern and contemporary sculpture, connect with nature in our 500-acre estate, and experience the wellbeing benefits of exploring our ever-changing landscape.

The artist is not a special kind of person; rather each person is a special kind of artist.

- Ananda Coomaraswamy

About the Learning programme

YSP is a centre for innovative learning. Everything we do is rooted in our unique environment. We make space for people to explore and share their experiences and ideas through site-specific creativity. And we pioneer inclusive, meaningful engagement by working with a diverse range of partners.

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What's on offer

Activities to inspire

Explore our family friendly activities and teacher resources.

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Teacher-led educational visits

Book a teacher-led visit for a school or educational group

Artist-led educational visits

Book an artist-led session for a school or educational group

The Wakefield Curriculum

Created in collaboration with Wakefield teachers

YSP School activities - School children drawing outdoors

Artsmark at YSP

Learn about how we support Artsmark at YSP

Arts Award at YSP

Learn about how we deliver Arts Award at YSP

Opportunities for educators

Discover CPD opportunities for educators

Four people stood amongst bookshelves and tables in the National Arts Education Archive.

National Arts Education Archive

Discover the National Arts Education Archive at YSP

An adult and child crouching near to black lump-like objects while drawing onto clipboards and paper.

YSP Learning’s past projects

Learn about our past projects and partnership work

Meet our Artist Educators

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  1. A child's pencil drawing of a rope

    Learning Through Drawing

    Ongoing
    An exhibition of children's artwork, curated by pupils from Thornhill Primary School in Rotherham and Pate’s Grammar School in Cheltenham who helped to select artwork from the National Arts education Archive (NAEA)
  2. A low building with large windows along the front of it.
    News

    YSP Chair of Trustees, Peter Clegg, awarded an OBE for ‘Services to Architecture’ in King Charles’ New Year Honours List.

    8 January 2025
  3. A group of children play in a wooded area, engaging in outdoor activities. Two kids are using tools like a rake and a broom, while others explore the surroundings. The scene is lively, with trees and wooden logs creating a natural play environment.
    Event

    Autumn in the Hidden Forest

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    Drop-in to the magical Hidden Forest and follow your child’s imagination as they explore, create and play under a canopy of trees.
  4. A collection of five small, colourful bird figurines. Each bird features unique patterns and colours, including red, blue, and natural tones, set against a plain white background. The figures vary in shape and design.
    Event

    Hand-building Folk Art Whistles with Emma Carlow

    Join artist and designer Emma Carlow for a half-day ceramics workshop inspired by her vibrant collection of folk art bird whistles.