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KidsArt!

Rating

5.0(2)

Family of 4

USD 40–80 for two children

Duration

1–2 hours

Best Ages

2–10

About

KidsArt provides structured but playful art education for children from toddler age through to pre-teen years, across multiple London locations. The studio sessions are led by experienced children's art instructors who guide participants through a range of media and techniques — always with the goal of building confidence and creativity rather than producing a specific product. Classes are grouped by age, ensuring that the challenge level and materials are appropriate for where each child is developmentally.

Toddlers work on large-scale sensory activities with paint and texture, while older children tackle more complex projects involving composition, color theory, and mixed media. The physical studio environment matters: being surrounded by real art materials, proper easels and worktables, and other children in creative mode creates a different energy from craft activities at home. For parents, a KidsArt session is a rare combination of genuinely educational and genuinely fun — children learn without feeling like they're being taught, and they leave with tangible creative work to show for it.

Holiday programs at KidsArt are particularly popular with visiting families, offering half-day or full-day intensive workshops that dive deep into a theme or technique. These sessions work especially well for children aged 5 and up who can sustain focus for longer periods. Booking is essential across all formats as class sizes are deliberately kept small for quality instruction.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Stroller-Friendly

Nursing / Changing

Available in the building

Kid Meals

No food provided; cafes nearby

Setting

Rainy Day

Great option!

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

Weekday or Saturday morning sessions

Wait Times

Minimal — pre-booked sessions

Nearby Food

Varies by location — the studio can point you to nearby family-friendly cafes and lunch spots

Why Kids Love It

Children at KidsArt get to work like real artists — using proper art materials, learning real techniques, and making things they're genuinely proud of. The instructors are skilled at keeping young children engaged and successful regardless of experience level, and the small class sizes mean every child gets proper attention.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Arrive a few minutes early so children can settle before the session starts
  • Ask about themed holiday workshops if you're visiting during school breaks
  • Keep expectations open — the goal is exploration, not perfection

What to Bring

  • Clothes that can handle paint and glue
  • Enthusiasm — the instructors reward curiosity and effort
  • A carrier bag for transporting finished artwork home safely

Cost Info

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

USD 40–80 for two children

Tips to Save

  • Term bookings cost less per session than individual drop-in visits

Hours & Contact

Contact

Liberal Synagogue, 28 St John's Wood Rd, London NW8 7HA, UK

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