Leek School of Art - Buxton & Leek College

Leek School of Art is the oldest part of Buxton & Leek College and has a distinguished history; the first classes were held in the Nicholson institute in 1884. This year sees the opening of the new Art and Design building, part of the £8.5m redevelopment programme on the Leek Campus. This 3 storey building will house the design studios, 3D workshops, ceramic, textiles and print rooms, boasting the latest equipment for our students.
The full range of courses; Level 2 Art and Design, Level 3 Extended Diploma Art and Design and Foundation Diploma and Foundation Degree Creative Art and Design Practice (part time) allow students to specialise in varying art disciplines including textiles, fashion, print, ceramics, 3D, fine art, painting, graphics, illustration and photography.
Our tutors have worked with some of the best known names in commercial design such as M&S, Next, Sandersons, The Regent Theatre, Russell Hobbs, The National Trust and Wedgewood. Their real world experience inspires confidence and expert knowledge to help students to progress in their careers. Many of our students have continued their studies at top universities and previous students have gone on to work for; Rankin, Jamie Oliver, Madame Tussauds, River and Island, Alesha Dixon and Antony Gormley.