About this Event
Join Weave Stronger Practice Hub for our first in-person event, bringing early years practitioners together for an inspiring afternoon of creativity, connection and professional learning.
We are delighted to welcome Matt Shaw, Artist in Residence at Whitnash Nursery School, who will share how creativity has become embedded across the nursery school’s environment and practice.
Matt will explore his work as Artist in Residence and the school’s involvement in the Energiser Project, which celebrates children’s creativity and voice.
The afternoon will include a practical, hands-on workshop, offering opportunities to explore materials and resources, exchange ideas and reflect on how creativity can be encouraged within your own setting.
You’ll also have the chance to meet the Weave Stronger Practice Hub team, discover the support and professional development opportunities available and connect with fellow early years practitioners.
What to expect
- An inspiring session with artist Matt Shaw, exploring creativity and children’s voice.
- A practical, artist-led workshop with opportunities to experiment with materials and resources.
- Time to reflect, share ideas and consider how to apply your learning in your own setting.
- Opportunities to connect with other early years practitioners.
Meet our speaker: Matt Shaw
Matt Shaw has been Artist in Residence at Whitnash Nursery School for many years. Describing himself as a ‘collaborative space maker’, Matt brings a playful and creative curiosity to his work with materials and technology.
He creates empowering spaces, co-created sculptures and installations using simple, everyday materials, working with nurseries, galleries, schools and communities across the UK.
For the past two years, Matt has partnered with Whitnash Nursery School and Compton Verney Art Gallery on the Youth Music-funded Energiser Project, which focuses on facilitating, promoting and celebrating the creativity and voice of children under five.
Event details
Date: Friday 27 November 2026
Time: 1:30–3:30pm
Venue: Whitnash Nursery School, Warwickshire
Parking: Details to follow
Book your place
We would love you to join us for our first in-person event!
Places are limited, so please book in advance to secure your place.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Event venue & nearby stays
Whitnash Nursery School, Nursery Lane, Royal Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
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