Term 4 | After School Pottery Club | Ages 5 - 11

A Clay Adventure for Creative Kids

Term 4 | 8-Week Course | Week 2–Week 9

Welcome to our After School Pottery Club, a hands-on program where children can explore the magical world of clay in a gentle, supportive studio environment.

Over 8 creative weeks, children will learn foundational handbuilding techniques such as pinching, coiling and slab work, while creating a beautiful collection of functional and decorative ceramic pieces. They’ll also have the opportunity to glaze their creations and explore different ways to embellish and personalise their work.

As with all pottery, our process is slow and mindful — we take time to build, dry, fire and glaze each piece with care. All work will be fired in our kiln and will be ready to collect during the January school holidays, once both bisque and glaze firings are complete.

Parents are warmly invited to drop and go, or stay and relax with a cup of tea in our cosy studio while your child creates.

✨ What We’ll Be Making – Week by Week

Week 2 – Textured Treasure Dish
Our clay journey begins with a simple but beautiful project — children will press natural textures, stamps and patterns into their clay to create unique little dishes, perfect for holding special treasures.

Week 3 – Mini Coil Vases
Children will learn the ancient art of coiling to build small vases. We’ll explore form, balance and detail, with plenty of room for creative flair.

Week 4 – Ceramic Portraits
Using slabs of clay, we’ll sculpt and carve expressive portraits — self-portraits, family members or even imaginary creatures!

Week 5 – Herb Garden Markers
Practical meets playful as children design and create their own ceramic garden markers — a lovely way to connect art with nature.

Week 6 – Fairy or Gnome Houses
A favourite with all ages! This whimsical project invites children to design and build miniature fairy or gnome houses, full of magical detail and storytelling.

Week 7 – Owl Wall Hanging
We’ll create beautiful owl-themed wall art using simple slab techniques, texture tools and a dash of imagination.

Week 8 – Glazing (Part 1)
Children will return to their bisque-fired pieces and begin the colourful process of glazing — choosing colours, learning techniques, and bringing their work to life.

Week 9 – Glazing (Part 2)
We’ll complete our glazing this week, making sure every piece is finished with love and care before its final kiln journey.

🎨 All materials, tools, and firings are included — just bring your creativity and a sense of curiosity!

🧡 Please note: Pottery takes time to dry and fire properly. Finished pieces will be carefully fired and ready for collection in the January holidays.

After School Pottery Club is a beautiful way for children to slow down, get their hands messy, and enjoy the satisfying, grounding process of making with clay. Whether they’re completely new to pottery or already clay lovers, there’s something here for every young artist.