Artsphere College CIC is a creative, inclusive learning hub for young people who have found traditional education difficult to access or engage with.
We believe that education should be human, creative and free — free in spirit and free of charge to those who need it most. We’re not another tuition service or alternative provision with a price tag. We’re a community-powered, values-led project built around one simple belief:
Every young person has something to offer. They just need a space to show it.
Who We Are
Founded by an experienced teacher and advocate for young people, Artsphere is built on the values of creativity, dignity, and opportunity. We create a safe space where students can explore art, music, sport, enterprise, and digital skills — while building core literacy, numeracy, and social skills in a meaningful way.
Our staff are trauma-aware, passionate, and trained to meet students where they are — not where a system expects them to be.
What We Do
Offer free places for young people who need a fresh start
Embed key educational outcomes into creative and practical projects
Use local partnerships to offer work experience, enterprise, and apprenticeship pathways
Create a community of support for students and their families
We also partner with colleges and training providers to offer qualifications and post-16 pathways, helping our students move forward with confidence and direction.
Why We’re Here
Too many young people are written off — sent far from home in taxis, excluded from school, or priced out of creative spaces. We exist to change that. Artsphere is proof that you don’t need millions to make education work — just care, courage, and community.
We keep costs low and impact high by:
Using local materials and donations
Hosting trainee placements to build our team
Reinvesting every penny back into our young people
Refusing to charge parents or Local Authorities
This isn’t just about filling gaps — it’s about creating a new model. One that’s replicable, scalable, and rooted in hope.