Prior’s Field School: Award-Winning Creative Arts
For students with a passion for fashion, textiles and design, the Textiles Scholarship at Prior’s Field School offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your creative voice in a dynamic, award-winning environment.
Creativity is at the heart of life at Prior’s Field. Our Creative Arts Department encourages students to think independently, take creative risks and build confidence through ambitious, individual work.
Scholarship Benefits
- Scholarships available
- One night of boarding per week included
- Access to all Creative Arts facilities, trips and enrichment opportunities
Why Prior’s Field?
- Award-winning Creative Arts Department with national recognition
- Small class sizes and personalised one-to-one teaching
- Up to 5 hours of creative curriculum time each week
- Spacious, naturally lit studios designed for professional practice
- Open studios every lunchtime and four evenings per week
Students benefit from a balance of support, challenge and creative freedom, enabling them to flourish both technically and artistically. Students can specialise at A Level, allowing them to skip a foundation course and progress onto a more tailored degree pathway.
Textiles: A Specialist Experience
Textiles at Prior’s Field is a vibrant and innovative course, ideal for students interested in fashion and the connected industries.
- Specialist equipment and facilities including knitting machines, industrial sewing machines, sublimation printing, laser cutting, screen printing and access to photography studios
- Multiple large studio spaces with extended access beyond lesson time
- Opportunities to explore traditional and experimental techniques
- Individual project work that builds a personal creative identity
At A Level, teaching follows a university-style approach, with each student having their own workspace and the freedom to develop ideas over time.
Beyond the Classroom
A rich programme of enrichment enhances learning and inspires creativity:
International Trips
Students visit leading cultural destinations such as: Paris Florence and Venice, exploring fashion houses, galleries and design schools.
Industry Workshops
Delivered by professionals in areas such as:
Millinery | Weaving | Knitwear | Felting | Shibori & botanical dyeing | Illustrative textiles
Creative Community
Students can join a wide range of clubs, including:
Fashion Society | Photography | Knit & Crochet | Sketch & Scrap
Award-Winning Success
Our students regularly achieve outstanding success in national competitions and exhibitions, including:
- Young Artists’ Summer Show, Royal Academy London
- Young Fashion Designer UK Competition
- Graduate Fashion Foundation – Young Talent of Tomorrow
- Textile Student Artist Award
Recent Highlight:
Ellie (Sixth Form) – Awarded the prestigious Professor Jimmy Choo Scholarship
To see more from our creative alumne click here:
Alumnae: Where Creativity Leads
Our alumnae continue to excel across the creative industries, studying at leading universities and securing exciting roles. Recent graduates have progressed to roles with organisations such as:
- Sky Sports (Assistant Producer)
- Marks & Spencer (Childrenswear Design)
- Adanola (Graphic & Print Design)
- Alexander McQueen (Workroom)
Others have launched their own creative businesses, working in marketing, photography, design, fine art and entrepreneurship.
Future Pathways
Students regularly progress to top creative institutions, including:
Central Saint Martins | London College of Fashion | Glasgow School of Art | Camberwell College of Arts | Nottingham Trent | Falmouth
Career Pathways Include:
Fashion Design | Textile Design | Costume & Interior Design
Styling | Journalism | Buying & Merchandising
Marketing | Trend Forecasting | Creative Direction
Entrepreneurship and Brand Development
A Word from Our Head of Creative Art
“As Head of Department, I could not be prouder of our students and alumnae, whose creativity continues to shape and impact the wider creative industries.”
“At Prior’s Field, we champion individuality, nurturing each student’s distinctive creative voice rather than prescribing to a single way of working. This ethos empowers our students to pursue an exciting and diverse range of paths; from ambitious A Level explorations to prestigious scholarships, influential industry roles and innovative entrepreneurial ventures. Their journeys reflect the transformative power of authentic
creativity, leadership and passion. We look forward to welcoming new talented and ambitious individuals onto our A Level course and supporting them on their creative journey.”
Who Should Apply?
We are looking for students who are:
- Passionate about fashion, textiles or creative design
- Curious and motivated
- Keen to develop their skills in a supportive, high-achieving environment
Scholarship Assessment Day
Applicants will be invited to attend a Textiles Scholarship Workshop and Interview Day:
Saturday 25th April 2026
10:00am – 2:00pm
This will include a creative workshop, portfolio discussion and informal interview with our Creative Arts team.
Apply Now
Join a creative community where individuality is celebrated, talent is nurtured and ambition is realised.
Textiles Scholarship – Prior’s Field
Where creativity becomes your future.
How to Apply
To register your interest or for further information, please contact:
hjeffels@priorsfieldschool.com
Our team will be happy to guide you through the application process and answer any questions.
