Orleans House Gallery runs Alternative Education Provision for students

outside of mainstream education. Students are able to work towards a GCSE

Art and Design (AQA) in regular focussed sessions either in small groups or
individually. Young people are guided through the course by Artist Educators
who are able to teach a wide range of artistic skills and have extensive
knowledge of the AQA syllabus. Students are encouraged to expand upon their
personal creative interests whilst learning new techniques and methods in our
professional arts studio. They will learn how to build exciting and effective
sketchbooks/portfolios and have the opportunity to visit exhibitions and access
collections. The gallery is registered to hold official examinations in a spacious,
relaxed environment and facilitate all student administration. Students will
also have the opportunity to celebrate their achievements in an end of year
exhibition hosted at the gallery.
"I was impressed by the GCSE course offered at Orleans House Gallery. My daughter thrived in such a
supportive and inspirational setting. Working in a real gallery with real artists allowed her to fully explore
her creativity and she loved every lesson. We would highly recommend this program to anyone doing GCSE
Art."
Parent of previous student

Who the programme is for?

The Orleans House Gallery Alternative Education GCSE programme is for young people outside of
the mainstream education system. This may be because they are part of a home-school programme
or due to behavioural, health or other issues. Students should either be entering Year 10 or Year 11,
and ideally have an interest in the arts however past experience is not essential. Our Artist Educators
are trained to work with young people from diverse backgrounds including those with additional
needs.

About the programme

At Orleans House Gallery students are able to work towards

AQA Full Course or Short Course GCSE Art and Design

AQA Full Course GCSE Fine Art, GCSE 3D Design, GCSE Textiles or GCSE Photography

The gallery can work with the student to help them select the best course for them at the beginning
with flexibility to change during the programme.
It is suggested that students attend weekly/regular 2-hour sessions and attend as part of a small
focussed group, however one-on-one sessions can also be arranged. Sessions take place at the
gallery in a professional workshop space and students have the opportunity to use professional arts
equipment and materials.
In the sessions students work on their personal projects based on a title, initially this is based on a
topic of their choice (usually past exam topics) and is later based on a set exam brief. Artist
Educators lead the session, set tasks, give ideas and teach students the necessary creative skills and
techniques. Skills and processes to learn include PAINTING, DRAWING, SCREEN PRINTING,

RELIEF PRINTING, MARK MAKING, INSTALLATION, ANIMATION, BOOK MAKING,

PERFORMANCE, PHOTOGRAPHY, COSTUME DESIGN, VIDEO, SCULPTURE AND
EXPERIMENTAL TEXTILES and MANY MORE!

Homework and additional support

At the end of each session homework tasks and small projects are set for the week. Students are
given advice on how to manage their work load, work independently and where find information
(websites, books etc.). We help students create Pinterest boards about their chosen topic as a way
for discovering and researching new artists and techniques in relation with their topic. Student and
families are also free to contact artists/gallery staff throughout the week with any questions or
concerns.

Course Length
Students can decide whether they wish to sit their GCSE (either Full Course or Short Course) over a 1
or 2 year period.
2 year course
If a student is entering Year 10 and wishes to pursue the arts in the future, a 2 year course is good
option for them to develop their skills and creative practice. The student would be able to build up a
number of sketchbooks where he/she would be able to explore different themes and techniques
across longer period of time.
1 year course
There is also the option of completing the GCSE (Full Course or Short Course) across one intensive
year. Students will need to complete at least 2 full projects and also a series of smaller projects to be
considered for the Full Course, however the gallery has worked with students through a years
course previously and students still achieved high grades.

Examination
Orleans House Gallery is a registered AQA exam centre. The gallerys Exams Officer facilitates the
exam administration and entries on behalf of the students. The students sit their Mock Exam and
Final Exam in exam conditions here at the gallery. Each exam is 10 hours long but can be split across
2 or 3 sessions. The students work is then presented in an exhibition at the gallery for the
moderators visit and which the students can visit with their friends and family.

Programme Benefits

As opposed to other private tuition the gallery is able to see students through the whole
GCSE process, from developing and refining projects to examinations and celebrations.
The programme is very flexible for both students and parents/guardians. Students can
choose to sit a 1 or 2 year course and can choose their desired course title (Art and Design,
Fine Art, Photography etc...)
Students are able to build their creative making skills, personal confidence and knowledge of
art history.
Students are provided with exciting art materials and professional equipment within the
studio sessions.
Students have the opportunity to work in our professional workshop spaces at Orleans
House Gallery and can get special access to our exhibitions and art collections.
As the session groups are small students have the freedom to work on projects which are
personal and interesting to them.
The gallery is able to work with students with additional needs, behavioural or health issues.
Students have the opportunity to go on guided trips to major London galleries.
Students have to opportunity to carry out work experience at the gallery. This may be within
out Education, Exhibitions or Events departments. They can discover what it is like to work in
a creative industry and use the experience to build up their CVs and applications.

Case Studies
Academic Year 2015-2016
In summer 2016 three young artists achieved their
GCSEs in Art and Design (3 students) and Photography
(1 student doing both courses). The three girls
attended the GCSE course as a small group over an
intensive year at Orleans House Gallery. All students
achieved fantastic results- A*, A, A in Art and Design
and A* in Photography. In the year the girls
produced some standout artwork including a 2m long
hand printed wall hanging, a graphic novel, a
photography shoot inspired by Mid-Summer Nights
Dream and a plaster cast popcorn sculpture. Project
topics included Disguise, Clothing, Fantastic and
Strange, Mixed Media, Groups, Night Photography
and Reflections. Within the sessions the students
learnt a huge range of new skills including casting,
photography, screen printing and animation. The girls
went on trips to the Tate Modern, Horniman Museum
and Ham House as part of the course, and had the
opportunity to see their work hung in special
exhibition in our Corridor Gallery and Stables Gallery.

Academic Year 2013/2014- 2015

In summer 2015 Orleans House Gallery saw three young
artists achieved their GCSE Art and Design/ Fine Art. The girls
attended regular sessions at the gallery either individually or
as part of a small group. They created exciting and dynamic
sketchbooks based various different themes and exam topics
(The Human Condition, Food, Rituals, Arrangements, Growth
and Evolution, Texture.) In the year the girls produced some
amazing artwork including a dress made from cyanotypes, a
hand crafted lace embroidered corset, and a film of the
destruction of a sculpture made from food products including
jelly and baked beans. One of the students completed the Full
course over a 2 year period (achieving an A*) and two of the
students completed the Full course over an intensive year
(achieving an A* and an A). The girls went on trips to the V&A,
Tate modern and Science Museum as part of the course, and
had the opportunity to see their work hung in special
exhibition at the gallery.

Programme Costs
There are three different payment options which students/schools/parents/guardians can choose
from if they wish to sit their GCSE Art and Design with Orleans House Gallery.
Each option includes

Tuition and support with a Professional Artist Educator

Homework lists and additional out-of-hours support
A reasonable materials budget for the studio sessions
All AQA Entry costs
Use of the Orleans House Gallery workshop space and specialist equipment
Special Access to the Orleans House Gallery exhibitions and collections
Opportunity to go on trips to major London galleries as part of a session.
Opportunity to complete work experience at the gallery

Different Options for Fees

Weekly Session Costs
Option 1: Non Flexible
45.00 per student for a 2 hour session GCSE session
Payment is required up front at the beginning of each term for the whole term.
Sessions are non-flexible, so if a student had miss a session it could not be rearranged for
another day with additional payment.
Students work as part of a small group of other GCSE students.

Option 2: Flexible
60.00 per student for a 2 hour session GCSE session
Session could be paid on a weekly or termly basis
Students have the option to swap sessions for a different session time if they are not
available on particular days. The gallery must be notified at least half a day in advance if a
student cannot attend a session. Please note that the gallery only has limited session times
within a week
Students work as part of a small group of other GCSE students
Even though this is a flexible format students are encouraged to attend on a weekly/regular
basis to keep on top of their work load.

Option 3: One on One

100.00 per student for a 2 hour session GCSE session
Session could be paid weekly or termly
Students have the option to swap sessions for a different session time if they are not
available on particular days. The gallery must be notified at least half a day in advance if a
student cannot attend a session. Please note that the gallery only has limited session times
within a week.
These sessions can be used to supplement options 1 or 2 if extra support is needed.
Other Costs
Examination Costs
100 per session
For both the Mock and Final Exam, the student is required to be in the exam room for 10 hours. This
can be spilt into 2 or 3 sessions (@100 per session). The exam will be held in exam conditions with
small group of students.
Certificate fees
31.60 for both units per student
Administration fees (including marking, entering student, holding the moderation)
130 per student for the year

Possible breakdowns for a 1 year course

(please note that the number of weeks in each term may change year on year)
Option 1: Non Flexible
Autumn Term 2016: 12 weeks @ 45 per session= 540
Spring Term 2017
11 weeks @ 45 per session= 495
Mock exam in the January. 2 exam sessions x 100= 200
Summer Term 2017/2018
1 year course:
7 weeks @ 45.00 per session= 315
Final exam in April/May. 2 exam sessions x 100= 200
2 exam sessions: 200
Certificate fees: 31.60
Administration fees: 130

1 year course total= 2111.60

Option 2: Flexible (All of these figures are based on weekly attendance)

Autumn Term 2015: 12 weeks @ 60 per session= 720.00
Spring Term 2016
11 weeks @ 60 per session= 660.00
Mock exam in the January. Final exam in April/May. 2 exam sessions x 100= 200
Summer Term 2016/2017
1 year course:
7 weeks @ 60.00 per session= 420.00
Final exam in April/May. 2 exam sessions x 100= 200
2 exam sessions: 200
Certificate fees: 31.60
Administration fees: 130
1 year course total = 2561.60

How to book or find out more

If this programme sounds like something which could be of interest to a young person you know,
please contact
Kate Kennedy
Youth Programme Coordinator, Orleans House Gallery
kate.kennedy@richmond.gov.uk
02088316485

Please try to let us know

A little bit about the young person, including their current education situation and
experience in the arts. Please let us know if the young person has any additional needs or
major health issues.
Which payment plan you would be interested in following.
If there are any particular days of the week that would be suitable for sessions. If you are
interested in a group session the gallery will suggest a suitable day for all students
interested. Our workshop space is currently free Monday- Friday, and the slots we have
offered in the past are 10-12 or 1-3.
Whether your child is entering Year 10 or Year 11, and whether he/she has any previous
sketchbooks started or completed.
When the perspective student and their parent/guardian would be available for a meeting
here at the gallery to discuss arrangements and to look over any previous work.