The Northern School of Art is a specialist art and design further education college situation in the Tees Valley, with a history of providing exceptional art and design education in the region since 1870. The School is one of only two remaining specialist art and design institutions in the further education sector in the UK, and is unique in the northeast of England as the only specialist provider of art and design education. Through its high-quality provision, the School aims to provide an outstanding student experience in support the creatives of the next generation.

The Northern School of Art is thrilled to once again be supporting the North East Culture Awards and sponsoring the newcomer award. To be part of uplifting, celebrating and promoting the incredible creative talent of the North East in particular emerging artists and designer is a value central to the Schools ethos.