Welcome to our
Arts Award Portal

Access resources and examples to help you complete Arts Award at any level.

If you have already purchased access to the portal for your Arts Award level, you can log in to your account in the top menu and view your relevant portal pages

Junior Design Factory members can log in and view all levels using the login email and password we gave you

What’s on the portal?

Whichever level of Arts Award you’re working towards, the portal will give you access to:

  • Templates to help you plan and reflect (PowerPoints, Worksheets, etc.)

  • Examples from other young people to inspire you

  • Guidance to help you stay on track

Whether you're working at home, in school, or with a tutor – you’re in charge of your journey. We can’t wait to see what you create!

Work at your own pace

Children get access to a rich library of worksheets, PowerPoints, videos, and inspiring examples from other young people. These resources break each stage down clearly, helping children build skills and confidence as they go.

Accessible Resources

Our resources include practical ideas and alternative approaches to help children with Specific Educational Needs succeed. We provide guidance on different ways to record, present, and share work, making the Arts Award truly accessible for every child.

Attend Our Saturday Sessions

Portal access also includes a set number of online sessions, held on the first Saturday of every month from 10am to 12 noon. These friendly, interactive sessions allow children to connect, share their work, and get feedback and encouragement from our team and peers.

Discover Arts Award - Portal - 1 Child License
£60.00
One time

Get anytime access to our portal for Discover Arts Award, with examples and tips to complete each section. Licensed for one child access only.

✓ Includes attendance to 3 online Saturday workshop sessions
✓ £10 certificate charged separately once all work completed
✓ Contact us to arrange licenses for more than one child
Explore Arts Award - Portal - 1 child License
£120.00
One time

Get anytime access to our portal for Explore Arts Award, with examples and tips to complete each section. Licensed for 1 child access only

✓ Includes attendance to 6 online Saturday workshop sessions
✓ £35 Moderation charged separately once all work completed
✓ Contact us to arrange licenses for more than one child
Bronze Arts Award Portal. One child license
£160.00
One time

Get anytime access to our portal for Bronze Arts Award, with examples and tips to complete each section. Licensed for 1 child access only.

✓ Includes attendance to 8 online Saturday workshop sessions
✓ £45 Moderation charged separately once all work completed
✓ Contact us to arrange licenses for more than one child

Silver and Gold Arts Award

Thinking about Silver or Gold Arts Award? Let’s chat first!

Silver and Gold Arts Awards are much higher-level qualifications, and they require more independence, commitment, and depth of work.

We do offer a dedicated portal for these levels, which are password protected and can be accessed with separate fees.

If your child is interested in Silver or Gold, please contact us to arrange a free video call with you and your child. We’ll talk through what each level involves and help decide together whether we feel your child is ready to meet the requirements.

FAQs

  • Some children may decide not to finish their portfolios, so we charge moderation separately to make sure you’re not paying for this before your child is ready. It also helps us ensure each child’s work is complete and fully prepared before it is moderated.

    Fees for moderation and certificates are set by Trinity College and may change over time, so charging separately means we can make sure the fee is accurate at the time your child is ready.

    Moderation fees will be paid directly to our bank account — full details will be supplied when you are ready to book moderation.

  • Every child is different. Some children finish in a few months, while others may take a year or longer. Our portal is designed to be flexible so your child can work at their own pace.

  • You can stop using the portal at any time. However, fees already paid for portal access are non-refundable, as they cover access to resources and sessions already available.

  • These are friendly, informal online meet-ups where children can share what they’ve been working on, ask general questions, and take part in extra creative activities. The sessions are designed to be fun, social, and help keep everyone motivated.

    Due to the number of participants, we aren’t able to offer tailored 1-to-1 advice during these sessions - they’re more about community and encouragement than individual portfolio feedback.

  • Arts Award is designed for ages 5–25, with five levels to choose from. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide:

    Discover

    • Age: 5+ (ideal for primary ages or complete beginners)

    • Qualification level: Introductory award, not on the qualification framework

    • Perfect for: Exploring different art forms and building confidence

    Explore

    • Age: 7+ (primary to early secondary)

    • Qualification level: Entry Level 3 Award (RQF)

    • Perfect for: Learning basic arts skills and discovering artists/arts organisations

    Bronze

    • Age: 11+ (secondary upwards)

    • Qualification level: Level 1 Award (RQF, equivalent to GCSE grades 1–3)

    • Perfect for: Developing arts skills, reviewing events, and sharing skills with others

    Silver

    • Age: 13+

    • Qualification level: Level 2 Award (RQF, equivalent to GCSE grades 4–9)

    • Perfect for: Setting arts challenges, leading small projects, and exploring career paths

    Gold

    • Age: 16+

    • Qualification level: Level 3 Certificate (RQF, worth 16 UCAS points)

    • Perfect for: Advanced arts practice, combining art forms, and managing full leadership projects