Homeschool workshops
At our homeschool art workshops, we explore a huge range of arts and crafts; workshops including wirework, clay, fused glass, printmaking, felting, and more. Children are introduced to new materials and techniques, and are then given the freedom to decide what theyโd like to create. The studio is thoughtfully arranged so that a wide range of tools, equipment, and materials are always accessible, allowing children to follow their ideas and work at their own pace.
I create a safe and encouraging space where children feel comfortable trying new things, making mistakes, experimenting, and discovering what they enjoy. Through this process, children naturally build confidence, resilience, creativity, and problem-solving skills, while also developing a sense of belonging within the group and the studio.
Relationships are at the heart of everything I do, and every child is valued as an individual. Sessions are kept small, with a maximum of 8 children, creating a supportive environment where every child feels seen.
Our ethos
I have been trained in Montessori education and run the homeschool workshops on these principles; based on a child-centred approach, valuing the enjoyment of the process, having fun, and seeing where it takes each of us as individuals; where children are encouraged to grow as able and independent young people and take responsibility in caring for their environment.
What we do
Children have the opportunity to use quality materials and equipment, including access to a printing press, and to have their glass creations fired in the studio's kiln. Workshops include wet felting, clay, wirework, mandalas, needle felting, collage, quilling, fused glass, cyanotype, art using our cricut machine, printmaking and much more.
Here is the studioโs Instagram feed, which gives you a good idea of what we get up to at the studio! Here are the 18 most recent posts:
Reviews
โFlying Fish Studio is a real gem... an oasis of calm and creative inspiration, highly recommend joining a group or one off workshop with Hannahโ - Steph (parent)
โYou make everyone feel they belong, comfortable and want to return again and again. โ - Claire (parent)
โFantastic art classes. Huge range of techniques (2 years no repetition) and a good mix of guided activities and student-led creations. Outstanding teaching.โ - Liz (parent)
โMy daughter really enjoys these classes and I can see her enthusiasm and passion shining through with Hannah's wonderful nurturing support. She comes home with so many ideas and her creativity has flourished. This is so lovely to see when before she didn't have the confidence to experiment or try new things, now I'm happy to see her absorbed in her own little projects inspired by the art she is doing with Hannah. The individual and child-led style that Hannah uses means that every child comes away with something different and unique which I love. Highly recommend Hannah's workshops!โ -Aisha (parent)
Details and booking
All of our afterschool and homeschool classes are currently fully booked. If you would like your child to go on our waiting list, please get in touch and I will let you know as soon as a space becomes available.
Time: Arrival from 9:30am - End of workshop 11:30am.
[Main art activity starts at 9:45am, with collection between 11:30am and 11:45am].
Tuesday mornings - ages 6 to 14
Wednesday mornings - ages 8 to 14
Recommended ages above. Your children are welcome to join/continue if they are over the age of 14.
Cost: Varies depending on number of weeks [Works out as ยฃ21 per workshop]. Snacks/drinks provided. Booked on a half-termly basis
FAQs
What if my child has an allergy?
You will be asked to complete a Personal Details Form which contains space for you to write any relevant medical information, including allergies. If any details change, please contact me so it can be updated. You may be asked to complete a Food Allergy Plan. Please note that the studio is based in our family home and we have 2 pet cats who may come into the studio. If this is a problem, or if you have any concerns, please let me know.
