Young people

Hands-on, creative sessions for young people aged 13 – 19 covering everything from designing, making and firing your own ceramics to developing a three-dimensional architectural model. Working alongside professional artists and designers and taking inspiration from our incredible building and collections, you'll gain career insights and develop new skills.

Supported by Fondation d’entreprise Hermès

This friendly, informal and diverse group of 16 – 24 year olds aims to open up the Museum and its collections to other young people in exciting and interactive ways. Join them to help co-curate events, contribute to creative projects, lead tours of the galleries, write for the blog, and attend free workshops and training.

For more information or to get involved email create@vam.ac.uk

An extensive programme of free events for young people and community groups, aged 16 – 24, who are not in education, employment or training. Working with professional artists and designers, you'll gain and develop new skills, knowledge and qualifications.

For more information or to get involved email create@vam.ac.uk

Supported by Fondation d’entreprise Hermès

The V&A hosts a National Art & Design Saturday Club. This programme of workshops is for 14 – 16 year olds, nominated by local schools. Over the14 weeks the young people learn new creative skills, attend a masterclass with a high profile artist or designer, and take part in an annual exhibition to celebrate their achievements.

Work with leading digital artists, designers and studios to experience everything from making wearable technology and 3D printed jewellery to designing video games and virtual reality using cutting-edge technology. Hear the professionals' top tips for getting started in digital industries. Sessions take place in the galleries in our mobile classroom.

This exciting series of workshops for 16 – 19-year-olds helps them to prepare for careers in the creative industries.