At HEAH: Open Routes for All Learners CIC, we proudly offer Arts Award, a nationally recognised qualification designed to support young people aged 16 to 25 in developing creative skills, leadership, and personal growth through the arts.

Our Arts Award programmes are delivered with a trauma-informed, coaching-led approach that empowers neurodivergent, SEND learners, and those facing barriers in traditional education. We foster creativity, confidence, and community connection, helping learners explore their artistic potential while gaining accredited recognition.

We offer all levels of Arts Award tailored to learners’ interests and development:

• Discover Arts Award: Introduction to the arts, building confidence and exploration.
   
• Explore Arts Award: Deeper engagement with arts activities and research.
   
• Bronze Arts Award: Practical creative work combined with leadership and research projects.
   
• Silver Arts Award: Increased responsibility, including leading arts activities and creating a portfolio.
   
• Gold Arts Award: Advanced personal creative achievement and leadership in arts projects.
   

• Specifically for 16-25 year olds: Programmes designed to suit young adults’ needs and strengths.
   
• Trauma-informed & inclusive: Supports neurodivergent and SEND learners through tailored coaching and peer mentoring.
   
• Flexible learning: Small groups, one-to-one support, and project-based learning focused on individual passions.
   
• Recognised qualification: Awarded by Trinity College London, widely respected by education providers and employers.
   
• Progression pathways: Builds skills for further education, employment, and community arts leadership.
   

• Small group and one-to-one learning
   
• Project work based on learner interests
   
• Leadership and peer mentoring opportunities
   
• Integrated well-being and community engagement support
   

Referrals welcomed from young people, families, schools, and community organisations. For more information about course availability, funding, and start dates, please contact:

 hello@heah-openroutes.co.uk
07513 249727