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INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURE

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HOW TO START YOUR CREATIVE JOURNEY

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BUILD A PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO

Create real, high-quality projects that showcase your skills & stand out in applications.

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WHERE OUR STUDENTS GO NEXT:

Our students develop strong portfolios and go on to study at leading art and design universities. Students from YDA have successfully gained places at the following universities:

TESTIMONIALS

We’re incredibly grateful for the support my daughter received from Margie. She helped her develop a portfolio for her university applications. Margie made a huge difference to my daughter’s confidence. She felt listened to, inspired, and supported every step of the way. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend to any young person looking to build a strong, portfolio

(UCL Fashion)

-Natasha Hayes, Haslemere

ART SCHOLARSHIPS 11+ & 13+

Our students have been awarded art scholarships to the following schools:

AQA

AQA UNIT AWARD/
ARTS AWARDS

Arts Award Silver & Gold:

Build real-world creative projects and earn a recognised qualification.

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AQA Units Award:

Strengthen your portfolio and gain skills that impress universities and creative employers

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WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOLS

Crafting Wooden Models at Young Designers Academy

DESIGN WORKSHOPS FOR PRIMARY & SECONDARY STUDENTS

Inspire creativity in your students with our engaging art and design workshops. We deliver tailored sessions for primary and secondary schools, helping students explore skills, build confidence, and develop creative projects in a fun, supportive environment.

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ABOUT US

Young Designers Academy inspires students aged 11–18 through hands‑on design education in architecture, fashion, illustration, and more. Led by industry professionals, we help young creatives build confidence, portfolios, and pathways to art & design futures.

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Another Paper Dress Workshop done and dusted! Well done ladies!! #youngdesignersacademy #godalming #guildford #guildfordmums #godalmingsurrey

Unlock your creativity with our Beginner Drawing Skills class at YDA! ✏️

Suitable for ages 11+, Saturdays 9:30–11:00am at 1 Mousehill Lane, Milford.

Now open for inquiries via our website - secure your spot today! 🌟

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Unlock your creativity with our new Game Design class at YDA! ✏️

Suitable for ages 11+, Wednesdays 6:30–8:00pm at 1 Mousehill Lane, Milford.

Now open for inquiries via our website - secure your spot today! 🌟

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The 'Introduction to Architecture' courses, found on our website (youngdesignersacademy.co.uk) are suitable for a range of students, with different courses that progress smoothly in difficulty and technical skill. ✍📏

The courses, Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Part 1 and 2, as well as a Designer Development course for older students. 👩‍🏫

For all information, visit our website, and head to Classes & Courses -> Introduction to Architecture. ✨

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Well done Rosie for finishing your model!! #youngdesignersacademy #godalming #milford #guildford #guildfordmums

The end of term and our junior drawing class was exploring the work of Gustav Klimt, creating their own versions of his golden trees.#youngdesignersacademy #godalming #guildford #guildfordmums #godalmingmums

👨‍🎨 Focus, passion, and imagination fill every corner of our studio 👷

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We are designing the artwork for the front and back of playing cards! #youngdesignersacademy #godalming #milford #guildford #guildfordmums

When you find this on your wall… do you call a gallery or a parent? #youngdesignersacademy #guildfordmums #youngdesigners #godalmingmums #godalmingcommunity

👷 Where students push limits and bring visions to life 🖌️

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📐 Turning bold ideas into real creations, one project at a time 🎨

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Barny’s skyscraper model! Quite impressive! #youngdesignersacademy #godalming #milford #guildford #guildfordmums

🎨 Ideas in motion, creativity in full swing at the Young Designers Academy 👨‍🎨

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A short tour of our studio space and seating 🎨

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Thank you to all the ladies who came to our first official Sip & Draw class, led by renowned landcape artist @jennifergreenlandart. You all did so well! Join us for the next one on the 25th of March @young_designers_academy #youngdesignersacademy #guildfordmums #guildford #godalmingmums

Our studio is proud to be supporting the CHARLES COLLECTION OF MIND-BLOWING ILLUSTRATIONS — CONVENTION, an inspiring Arts Awards Gold project created by Charles.

This Comic Con–style event gives talented young comic artists and illustrators a platform to showcase and sell their original work, connect with other creatives, and celebrate everything art, comics, and storytelling. Expect stunning artwork, great conversations, exciting competitions, and the chance to discover amazing new talent. Whether you love drawing, storyboarding, or simply enjoy brilliant comics, there will be something for everyone.

🗓 When: 22 March 2026, 2:00–5:00pm
📍 Where: 1 Moushill Lane, Milford, GU8 5BH
💷 Cost:Free to enter your work and free to attend

🎨 Who can enter?
We welcome all artists aged up to 18 to submit their work.

📩 How to enter your work:
Submit your entries for the convention here: [https://www.youngdesignersacademy.co.uk/ccomi-con](https://www.youngdesignersacademy.co.uk/ccomi-con)

We’re thrilled to support these brilliant young artists — and we can’t wait to see the creativity on show!

#YoungArtists #ComicConvention #YouthCreatives #IllustrationCommunity #ArtEvent #ArtsAward #SupportYoungArtists #ComicsAndArt #CreativeCommunity

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