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This year, we are proud to celebrate 27 school partnerships that have engaged with our work through a range of creative programmes delivered across the year. Through these partnerships, we continue to connect young people with meaningful creative opportunities that inspire confidence, collaboration, and artistic development. With thank to Burnwood Community School, St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy, Coppice Academy, The Discovery Academy, Haywood Academy, Willows Primary School, Landau College, Christ Church Academy, St Peters Academy, Trentham Academy, Blythe Bridge High, School and 6th Form, Moorpark Junior School, Cedars Short Stay School, Ormiston Sir Stanley Mathew Academy, Newfriars College, Goldenhill Primary School, Star Academy, Sun Academy, Christ the King Catholic Collegiate, Barlaston First School, Jackfield Infants, Hillside Primary School, Forsbrook Primary School, Etruscan Primary School, Werrington Primary School, Abbey Hulton Primary School, Carmoutside Primary Academy- for supporting our work in breaking barriers to arts.

MAC School Tours

We work directly with schools to deliver engaging tours and experiences that introduce students to our venue, creative spaces, and the opportunities available within the arts and cultural sector.

MAC Work Experience

Our program partners with high schools across the city to offer an immersive experience where students come together to explore dance, drama, theatre games, and creative writing. Through interactive tasks and hands-on workshops, participants learn about the many departments that make theatre come alive, from set design to stage management. This collaborative approach ignites creativity, fosters teamwork, and provides a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to make the magic of theatre happen.

MAC Youth Board

Our Youth Board helps steer the creative vision of our funded projects, ensuring young people play an active role in shaping programmes, events, and opportunities across the organisation.

The MAC Writing Prize

An annual writing competition celebrating young writers and emerging creative talent. Entries are judged by a dedicated panel, offering young people the opportunity to showcase their work, gain recognition, and develop confidence in their creative voice.

MAC Imagine Lab

Excited to announce our Mac Imagine Lab Schools Partnership Programme!
The programme offers schools quality visits from industry professionals and aims to:
· Inspire young minds
· Engage in new ways of learning through the arts
· Offer a unique opportunity to collaborate and co-create
· Provide access to live screening opportunities and theatre visits
We can't wait to see the creative impact this will have on students and educators alike!

Moorpark Junior School

Announcing our first of many school partnerships!
Moorpark Junior School in Burslem and Mitchell Arts Centre have kicked off an exciting journey of collaboration, and this week, they are officially partnered for school provision!
In addition, we’ll be joining 2,000+ groups in collaborating with the award-winning Royal Ballet National Schools Programme, offering CPD, live lessons, and resources to ensure top-quality arts teaching!

Burnwood Community School

We’re thrilled to announce our second MAC Schools partnership.
Burnwood Community School are based in Chell Heath and are proud Artsmark Award winners, Burnwood is a vibrant hub of creativity and learning.
Let’s celebrate more creativity, expression, and opportunity in our schools!

MAC Assembly Talks

Through our assembly talks, we share the story of our venue, our community, and the legacy of the space, inspiring young people by connecting creativity, local heritage, and future opportunities.
Across all of our programmes, we work closely with schools, young people, artists, and partners to create meaningful opportunities that are inclusive, accessible, and shaped by the communities we serve.

Contact us about Education Programmes email Emily at community@mitchellartscentre.co.uk