Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept applicants from groups or collectives?
Yes, however all must have a valid WWC
Can I visit the NSCC to see the Art Room?
We will hold on site information sessions so you can see the room and ask questions
Can I teach my own classes in the Art Room during the residency period?
No
Can I bring in collaborators or visitors during my residency period?
All collaborators must be listed as part of your application, and all are required to have a valid WWC and public indemnity insurance. Due to Council and NSCC’s Child Safe requirements, you are not permitted to bring any other visitors into the space
Can I use the room as a rehearsal room for music, performance etc?
If you think that the room is suitable for your needs, yes absolutely. However, you cannot disturb other classes or activities going on in the NSCC
Can I leave my work in progress in the Art Room during the residency?
No. We are providing access to a small but functional storage space
Can I use the pottery wheels, and other clay equipment such as moulds/boards etc?
You can use the clay boards however you will need to bring your own moulds and any other equipment. Use of the pottery wheel may be possible subject to conditions
Can I access the space on weekends or outside the hours listed?
No. The hours of the residency are set at 1.30-5.30 pm Monday-Friday
I do not have any teaching experience can I still apply?
For this pilot, it is important that applicants have prior experience teaching children
What are the age ranges of the children?
5-12 years. Activities should account for this varied range
When do I teach?
During the after-school care program which runs 3-6pm Monday-Friday. We envisage you would run one session per week of approx. 1.5 hours, but we are open to discussing this
What sort of children’s creative activities can I run?
We are open to a considering range of creative activities and formats
Where are the activities run? Do the classes need to occur at the NSCC? Can we leave the NSCC?
All activities must occur at the NSCC in the after-school activity play area under supervision of the After School care team. The workshops cannot be completed in the Art Room or any other area. Children must always remain at NSCC
How many children will attend the activity?
While there are around 40 children in the after-school program, not all will want to participate in the creative activity. We envisage around 12-15 participants each session