About Learning
Our National Learning Service aims to enrich lives by connecting art, people and ideas across centuries, countries and cultures
Ways to learn
Whether it’s online, in the Gallery, or in schools or other locations, we work with audiences across the country to support their learning.
We offer programmes for children, young people and adults, suitable for all levels of interest and abilities.
Learners, in turn, help us to bring new and diverse perspectives to paintings in the collection.
For schools
Primary schools
Help develop children's confidence, communication and creativity through tours, workshops, storytelling and our national Take One Picture programme.
Secondary schools
Our lively talks, workshops and national Articulation programme help students to prepare not only for exams, but for life beyond school.
For families
Take part in artist-led workshops or discover ways into paintings and their stories online at home.
Family events
Whatever your age, get creative and explore National Gallery paintings with artists, performers and musicians,
Keeper of paintings
Step into a hidden world of art and magic with our immersive app developed in partnership with children.
Adults
Stories of art
Our popular course, led by experts and guest speakers, explores over 700 years of art history, focusing on a different century each module.
Upcoming events
From courses, talks and workshops, see what’s on at Trafalgar Square, and online.
Films and features
Search our learning resources
Our painting notes and short films will help you make the most of your visit and provide useful starting points for research when using paintings in the classroom and beyond.