Art After School at SECCA! Thursday Term 4 (Ages 9+) Kids Art program

Love art? Like making things? Come and join our after school art adventures at SECCA!

Explore exhibitions in the gallery, then head into the Project Space to make your own art inspired by what you’ve seen. Over the 8-week program, you will experiment with different materials, learn new techniques and create original artworks you can be proud of. You’ll get to think creatively, solve problems and express your own ideas – while hanging out with new friends who love art too.

The program culminates in an end of term exhibition, where family and friends are invited to celebrate students’ work. All materials are provided, just bring your imagination.

Each week the program is facilitated by one of three experienced art educators – with tertiary qualifications in creative arts and also artists in their own right – Özlem Güler, Jessica Martin and Angela Tarlinton.

$210 per child + booking fee. Creative Kids vouchers accepted.*

TERM 4 DATES: 

Ages 9+ years

Thursday art group 3.45pm to 5pm, 22 October - 3 December 2026 (art classes 7 weeks)

End of program exhibition to be launched 3.45pm to 5pm Thursday 17 December (week 8) and continues on show in the SECCA Project Space until Tuesday 22 December.

*To apply your Creative Kids discount, enter Creative Kids Art into the discount field when purchasing your tickets. You will need to bring your Creative Kids voucher with you when you drop your child off for their first class. We will scan the voucher and payment for the class will then be deemed complete. Full payment of term fees must be complete prior to class commencement.

Please note:

• Refunds: cannot be arranged for non-attendance. Art Educators may be able to assist with catch up home materials for sessions missed dependent on planned activities.

• Location and arrival: Our classes take place in the SECCA Project Space, which you can access through the main SECCA entrance. We’re happy to welcome students into the space from 10 minutes before class.

• Food and drink: Children are welcome to bring a water bottle into the Project Space. If needed, food may be consumed in the SECCA foyer at the seating area outside the SECCA Project Space (note there won’t be a scheduled snack break during the class). Please ensure any food or drinks brought do not contain common allergens. No food or drink is permitted in the gallery.

• Clothing: SECCA provides art smocks for children to wear during the class. Closed-toe footwear required.

• Parent/carer presence: Parents and carers are welcome to pop into the SECCA Project Space at the start to help their child settle in, if needed. You’re also welcome to wait in the gallery foyer for the duration of the class – seating and viewing windows are available – however you are not required to stay. If your child does require extra support, you may remain in the education space, but please discuss this with SECCA at the time of enrolment.

• Allergies/medical information: Your child’s safety is our priority. If there’s anything we should know - such as allergies, medical needs, or other important information - please share it with our team at check-in.

• Participation and expectations: To help create a fun and safe experience for all, children are expected to be able to join in the activities, follow instructions, and stay engaged throughout the session. If your child needs particular support to help with concentration or participation, please let us know at the time of enrolment so we can ensure this is the right class for your child.

• Photography: From time to time, we may take photos for SECCA promotional purposes. Parents/carers and children will have the opportunity to opt out of photography during sign‑in at the start of the class.

• Collection of work made: In instances where artworks are not available to take away immediately after the class, SECCA staff will notify families when artworks are ready to collect. Please note that we have limited storage and require work to be collected within a month of sending notification. Classes are held in the SECCA Project Space accessible via the gallery entrance. Students are welcomed into the Project Space from 10 minutes before class.

• Behaviour: On the rare occasion a child's behaviour is deemed too disruptive parents may be asked to collect them and return another day.

Not sure if this program is right for your child? Although we don't offer trial classes, we do offer a variety of School Holiday Workshops each term break which can allow your child to become familiar with our class style, and staff, before committing to a full term. Visit secca.com.au to find out more.

Image: Photo by Angela Tarlinton.

Have questions about the Art After School program? Contact SECCA on 02 6499 2201.