School's (nearly) out for summer
As the school year comes to a close, we want to say a huge thank you to all the schools who’ve visited us over the past year. It’s been a joy to welcome so many curious, creative young minds through our doors – whether for workshops, performances, exhibitions or special events. We’ve loved being part of your pupils' learning journeys and can’t wait to share more inspiring experiences with you in the autumn.
When it gets here, enjoy your well-earned break!
Gilbert & George: 21ST CENTURY PICTURES
TUE 7 OCT 2025 – SUN 11 JAN 2026
The next exhibition at the Hayward Gallery showcases Gilbert & George’s artistic journey, highlighting new pictures created since the start of the millennium. Ideal for secondary school classes and higher education groups, each piece delves into societal norms and taboos, challenging boundaries of taste and propriety.
Gilbert & George, HA-HA, 2022 © Gilbert & George. Courtesy the artists and Lehmann Maupin, New York, Seoul and London.
Teachers' Twilight
THU 16 OCT
Join the Southbank Centre’s Schools team for a drinks reception, curatorial introduction, and evening gallery viewing. Learn about school visit options and explore the space with staff on hand to support. While this event is open to teachers of all year groups, we recommend this exhibition for Years 10 – 13.
Secondary Schools Morning
THU 13 NOV
Bring secondary school groups along to explore the Hayward Gallery exhibition for free on this dedicated schools morning, with access to our fun, in-gallery resource, the Artists and Thinkers' Guide.
Content warning
The exhibition contains images and language that some viewers may find offensive, including swear words, sexually explicit and violent language. Whilst there is no age guidance for this exhibition, we recommend visiting as a secondary school or higher education group.
School gallery visits
If you’d like to bring your school group to visit a Hayward Gallery exhibition outside of our dedicated schools events, please contact our ticketing team in advance. They can arrange the best time and date for your visit, and help you benefit from group discounts.
Harmonise! Summer Showcase
MON 14 JUL
Young musicians from Brixton Hill Music Centre and In Harmony Lambeth join together to showcase their amazing musical skills in a spectacular concert. Joining the young musicians on stage are guest members of the renowned Trinity Laban Conservatoire.
Visit the National Poetry Library
ALL YEAR ROUND
Discover a wide range of poetry workshops that tie in with the curriculum, all inside the world's largest collection of modern poetry right here on the Southbank Centre site in the heart of London. Get help with planning your visit and explore specially designed poetry resources and programmes.
Announcing: Lemn Sissay
Imagine the Future
We're excited to share that we're working with renowned poet Lemn Sissay OBE on this inspiring poetry project open to every school in Lambeth. As part of the Southbank Centre's 75th anniversary celebrations, Years 5 – 7 are invited to take part in free workshops and visits from professional poets, alongside teacher CPD opportunities and the chance for students to have work featured in a spectacular installation and live event.
Join the other Lambeth schools already signed up, but act quickly as the project kicks off at the beginning of the 2025 academic year!
Kick back and relax
Looking for ways to unwind during your summer holidays?
From live music and free outdoor events to family-friendly exhibitions and riverside art, there’s plenty to enjoy – whether you’re unwinding solo or spending time with loved ones.
Splash in the fountain, relax in our Roof Garden, sample sizzling street food and soak up sun, shows and art for everyone. You’ve looked after your students all year, now it’s time to look after yourself!
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