Take Art: Start


	Zest project

	Objectives



	This is an action research project which aims to demonstrate that quality of creativity can be enhanced when young children have access to a wide range of materials, are given the responsibility to explore, discover and be creative, supported by an interested and talented practitioner who can scaffold their learning experiences.

	To demonstrate ways in which creativity and innovation can be fostered in and with young children
	To provide base line for further research on targeted cohort of children to map progress in subsequent years
	To share findings as widely as possible, creating a legacy for the future.

	The whole project was evaluated by Dr Susan Young of Exeter University and Dr Kerry Chappell.

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	Sticky Fingers and Toes

	Download the Sticky Fingers + Toes Final Report (PDF - 812KB)


	Sticky Fingers & Toes was an exciting collaboration between Somerset Arts Promoters and Somerset’s Early Years professionals. The pilot research project took place in four ‘hubs’ between February and March 2008. These where:

	Taunton at the Brewhouse with the Circles Children’s Centre, Frome at the Merlin with the Key Children’s Centre, Bridgwater at the Bridgwater Arts Centre with the Victoria Park Children’s Centre, Ilminster/South Petherton with The Meeting House Arts Centre/David Hall and Ile Valley Children’s Centre/Petherton Preschool.

	This was the centrepiece of a first phase exploring ways of working creatively in the Early Years and could, hopefully, lead onto other developments. All the learning was evaluated (by Dr Susan Young of the University of Exeter) and the main finding will be presented at a Symposium and Exhibition at The Meeting House in Ilminster on May 22nd.