Earlier this month, Dot Kids proudly partnered with Kent Virtual Schools to deliver two days of free Art Nurture Workshops for cared-for and adopted children. This meaningful collaboration underscores our commitment to ensuring that vulnerable young people have access to the transformative power of art, emotional support, and creative expression.
Supporting Cared-For and Adopted Children Through Creativity
Cared-for and adopted children often face a complex range of emotional, social and developmental challenges. Many have experienced early trauma, attachment difficulties, and disrupted educational experiences. These young people are some of the most at-risk in our communities, and yet they are often the least likely to have access to enriching, creative opportunities.
Through this special partnership, Dot Kids brought our Therapeutic Art Nurture workshops directly to those who need them the most. These full-day sessions provided a nurturing, welcoming space where each child was encouraged to explore their feelings, build confidence, and reconnect with their unique sense of self – all through the language of creativity.
The Power of Therapeutic Art for Wellbeing
Art has long been recognised as a powerful tool for emotional healing, self-expression, and mental wellbeing. Our Art Nurture sessions are carefully designed using a feelings-led, inclusive approach that supports:
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Emotional literacy – helping children identify and express feelings in a safe and supported way
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Creative confidence – encouraging personal choice, creative experimentation, and the joy of making
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Resilience building – offering calm, mindful moments that promote self-regulation and coping strategies
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A sense of belonging – nurturing connection with others through shared creative experiences
We use sensory-rich materials like oil pastels, chalks, and collage to create an inviting, low-pressure environment where children can explore without fear of failure or judgement. Every child’s artwork is celebrated for what it is – a personal and powerful form of communication.
A Targeted Approach to Inclusion
This collaboration with Virtual Schools demonstrates Dot Kids’ proactive commitment to inclusion and accessibility. By working directly with professionals who support looked-after and adopted children, we ensure that our programmes are embedded where they’re needed most.
For children have never experienced an art workshop like this before, that moment – of recognition and encouragement – can be a turning point in a child’s confidence and emotional development.
Building Brighter Futures Through Art
At Dot Kids, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to explore their creativity, connect with their inner world, and feel proud of their unique voice. This partnership is one of many ways we are expanding our reach to ensure that no child is left behind when it comes to the life-enhancing benefits of creativity.
By delivering free, high-quality Art Nurture sessions through Virtual Schools, we are not only addressing gaps in provision – we are creating ripples of impact that extend far beyond a single workshop.
Looking Ahead
We are deeply grateful to Kent Virtual Schools for their trust and collaboration. Together, we have created a blueprint for what inclusive creative provision can look like – and we’re excited to build on this foundation in the months ahead.
If you represent a Virtual School, Local Authority, charity or organisation working with children and would like to explore partnership opportunities, please get in touch. We are always open to new collaborations that align with our mission to nurture creativity, confidence and emotional wellbeing in every child.