Bradford Literature Festival (BLF) has developed an expansive, free Education Programme that invites leading writers, performance poets, illustrators, scientists, historians, journalists, among many others, to share their skills through live shows, performances and interactive workshops.
Each day features exciting events, following a curriculum-targeted theme, aimed at a particular key stage or age range, championing an inclusive curriculum that fosters different perspectives on taught topics.
This year’s events run from 24 June to 5 July 2024, with themes ranging from Ancient Egypt to Shakespeare, Gothic Literature to Climate Change, as well as events on Fairy Tales, Activism, and more!
The Education Programme is free to all non-fee-paying schools, education groups and home educators throughout Yorkshire. Teachers, course leaders, and parents or carers who home educate children can register and book for events. BLF also welcomes fee-paying schools to enjoy this fantastic opportunity at a set ticket price per student.
Education Programme Events 2024
Primary Education Programme
Join us for seven free Key Stage 2 programmes with events specifically tailored to the National Curriculum. Take part in immersive workshops, unlock your imagination and interact with your favourite stories.
Book Primary Education Programme EventsSecondary Education Programme
Join us for an exceptional series of five free educational days aligned with the national curriculum for Key Stages 3 and 4, encouraging diverse perspectives and promoting inclusivity.
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BLF Education Mailing List
Sign up to our Education Programme mailing list to receive first access to the programme with priority booking, information about the incredible opportunities to enjoy at our festival events, and access to free tickets for educators.
Sign up to our Education Mailing ListDigital Education Programme
Discover our playlists of engaging talks, workshops, and performances that bring education to life and are tailored to many topics across the National Curriculum that showcase BLF authors, poets, illustrators and artists for children and young people in Key Stages 2 – 4. Click the buttons below to watch our Digital Education Programme playlists for each Key Stage.
KS2 videos KS3 videos KS4 videos