Learning
Towner – and its collection – is a unique learning resource for pupils and students at every level of education. There are many ways in which your class or group can benefit.
Schools and colleges programme
Our award-winning learning programme is enabling pupils from across Sussex to engage in art and explore creative practice.
Taking our collection, exhibitions or architecture as a starting point, we provide a bespoke experience which meets your pupils’ learning objectives. We offer:
• Gallery and Collection Store tours – £2 per pupil
• Artist led workshops – £5 per pupil
• Opportunity to book our learning spaces – subject to availability
Download more information and booking forms
Schools and colleges e-newsletter
Find out about special projects and events through our free schools & colleges e-newsletter.
Email towner@eastbourne.gov.uk to register.
Collection Connections teachers’ pack
This resource pack, suitable for all key stages, takes a closer look at eight works from the
Towner Collection. It provides information on the artists; questions and starting points to help
pupils understand and evaluate; practical ideas to explore and create; signposts to other works
in the collection and curriculum links. It includes a CD of images of all featured and related
collection works. The pack is available for £5 from our shop.
Collection works from the teachers’ pack can be loaned to schools for up to 6 weeks through
our schools and colleges membership scheme.
Schools and colleges membership scheme
For greater access to Towner and its collection, and year round benefits, we recommend
becoming a school or college member.
Find out more about the benefits of joining our membership scheme
Community group visits
For those in higher or further education, adult learners or community groups we offer bespoke
tours, workshops and use of our learning spaces. For paying exhibitions, concessionary rate
applies for groups of 10 or more. Entry is free for accompanying group leaders and teachers.
