NSCD+ is a partnership programme led by the Northern School of Contemporary Dance, designed to broaden access to high-quality dance and arts education for children and young people. Through collaborations with schools and arts organisations, NSCD+ supports the delivery of cross-curricular learning, enrichment activities, and helps strengthen the provision of the arts within education. By partnering with other dance providers, the programme also works to develop clear and supportive pathways into dance training and creative careers.
At its heart, NSCD+ aims to nurture young talent by offering a strong foundation in dance, while also developing creative thinking, physical confidence, and performance skills. Students are supported throughout their journey, including preparation for auditions and progression into further training. The programme plays a vital role in making dance more accessible and in championing long-term opportunities for young people within the arts.
NSCD+ is structured around three key pillars of activity:
The NSCD+ provision is flexible and responsive, offering a menu of activity tailored to the needs of different partners and communities. This may include one-off workshops, termly projects, longer-term residencies, and CPD opportunities for educators.
Where possible, and with the support of external funding partners, we are able to offer bursaries to help remove financial barriers for participation in both our partnership work and Take Part in-house provision, find out more:
Our funders include, but are not limited to, the Department for Education, Arts Council England, the Leverhulme Trust, and individual donors whose generosity helps make this work possible.
FIND OUT MOREWant to get involved? Get in touch:
participation@nscd.ac.uk / 0113 219 3005
