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Cygnets Art School

Chelmsford

We offer term-time classes, holiday workshops, private tuition, and birthday parties for children aged 5+. Our focus is on teaching traditional fine art skills—drawing, painting, and sculpture—through engaging, hands-on projects led by experienced artist-teachers.

Weekly classes

Looking for top-quality art classes for kids in Chelmsford? Cygnets Art School provides a welcoming and inspiring environment where children can explore their creativity while building professional-level art skills.

All Abilities

After-School & Weekend Classes for Ages 5+
Each term, students explore a new artistic theme while learning a variety of techniques and materials. Our all abilities classes are suitable for children from the age of 5 up to 12. 

St John's Church

Saturday: 14:30 - 15:30

Monthly Fee

£54 / month

Trial lesson

£18

Location: St John’s Church, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, CM2 0JD

Intermediate Classes

Weekly term-time art class teaching step-by-step, traditional drawing, painting and sculpture. Unique projects; experienced teachers, and professional quality materials. Our 9-13 groups are slightly more advanced classes for students who wish to begin a more serious approach to art, potentially for scholarship application.

North East Abingdon Community Association

Thursday 5:15pm - 6:45pm

Monthly Fee

£60/month

Trial lesson

£18

Location: Lindsay Dr, Abingdon, OX14 2RT

Saturday 11:15am - 12:45pm

Monthly Fee

£60/month

Trial lesson

£18

Location: Lindsay Dr, Abingdon, OX14 2RT

Advanced Classes

Our Advanced (13+) classes are for committed young artists ready to deepen their technical skill, artistic understanding and creative independence. Students refine drawing, painting and composition through more complex subjects, longer-term projects and professional materials.

Saturday: 1.15pm - 2:45pm

Monthly Fee

£85/month

Trial lesson

£34

Location: 26 Lingfield Road, Wimbledon, SW19 4QD

Chelmsford Holiday Art Workshops

Creative Workshops for Ages 5+
Every half-term and school holiday, we run exciting one-off workshops where students learn new skills and complete a full art project in a single session.

Chelmsford | St John’s Church

October Half Term Workshops | Magic and Mischief

Mon 26 Oct – Wed 28 Oct

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up." Pablo Picasso

Anna Wilson

Headteacher | Cygnets Art School Chelmsford

Meet Anna

Anna studied at Brunel University, earning an honours degree in English Literature and Fine Art. She’s also a qualified primary school teacher and a trained Montessori teacher who enjoys creating a calm, supportive environment where children can learn and grow at their own pace. With many years of experience working with children, she’s passionate about helping them build confidence, stay curious, and explore their creativity. Anna loves the arts and enjoys sharing a wide range of creative activities, encouraging children to express themselves and use their imagination.

Our Teachers

John Smith

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Jane Smith

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Karen Hayes

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Mary Calder

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One-to-One Tuition & Portfolio Preparation

Private tuition available for ages 5+
Tailored one-to-one art lessons at home with an experienced artist-teacher. Ideal for scholarship applications, GCSE/A-Level preparation, or simply developing personal artistic skills.

Get in touch to check availability!

Private Art Classes & Parties

Custom art sessions for groups
Looking for a unique birthday party or a fun group activity? Our private art classes are fully flexible, providing all materials and expert guidance from our artist-teachers.

Contact us to arrange a private class or event!

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If you’d like to find out more about the classes we run at Chelmsford – or would like to enquire about private tuition or parties. – you can send us a message here