Cultural Co-ordinator programme

Cultural Co-ordinators in Scottish Schools Initiative was established to offer opportunities for young people to see and take part in a broad range of cultural experiences including the performing and creative arts, literature, heritage, moving image and architecture.

The Cultural Co-ordinator - outreach role includes:

• liasing between schools and artists/art companies to develop projects, workshops and residencies
• working with museums, libraries, archives, historic houses and countryside visitor centres to support and promote education and outreach services to schools
• liasing between local theatre venues and touring theatre companies, including national companies to organise opportunities for schools to experience high quality performances
• supporting the use of Moving Images Technologies in the classroom through resources, training, and workshops
• developing the Creative Learning Network - championing the arts, culture and creativity in schools and communities within the context of Curriculum for Excellence
• maintaining the Bridge Builders directory of artists and cultural providers
• compiling the Arts and Culture Newsletter.