The Essentials of Clay

Build practical confidence to plan and teach clay modelling in Foundation to Year 6 classrooms.

This hands-on workshop explores safe and inclusive approaches to working with clay, from planning projects and managing materials to engaging students through multisensory, accessible experiences.
Teachers will leave with curriculum-aligned projects, adaptable classroom strategies, and practical ideas to support reflection, display, and student voice.

Key Course Takeaways

• Practical, step-by-step approaches for classroom clay projects
• Clear guidance on managing clay stages, drying, firing, and safe routines
• Options for kiln-free and budget-wise teaching
• Inclusive strategies to engage and support all learners
• Curriculum links, display prompts, and language for discussing form and texture

Art Skills in Focus

• Preparing and handling clay
• Hand building methods
• Joining and decorating
• Building with armatures
• Glazing and firing processes

Onsite at the Zart Studio

Hands-On, Immersive Workshops

• Experience live workshops in our dedicated education studio.
• Learn directly from expert educators and contemporary Australian artists.
• Engage in artmaking, live demonstrations, and curriculum-linked applications you can take straight into your classroom.

All materials are provided and catering is included in this workshop.
Please advise any dietary requirements when booking.