What We Do

At Createschool, we design and deliver creative learning experiences that inspire young people to express themselves, build confidence, and develop real-world digital skills.

Our programmes combine creativity with practical know-how — from songwriting to filmmaking, from media literacy to climate storytelling.

Our work includes:

• The Rubbish Film Festival — an award-winning environmental media initiative for Transition Year students.

• Songschool — music and songwriting workshops delivered nationwide for over 20 years.

• Creative Media Passport — an award winning accredited digital media programme for secondary schools.

• School Workshops — hands-on sessions in filmmaking, podcasting, content creation, and creativity.

Our Impact

Each year Createschool works with thousands of young people across Ireland and Scotland through creative, collaborative, and curriculum-aligned programmes.

In the past 12 months:

• Delivered workshops, course and training in over 200 schools

• Engaged thousands of students in creative projects

• Selected as an SDG Champion by the Department of the Environment

• Winner of multiple awards for creative and environmental education

• Partnered with Local Authorities, ETBs, IMRO, Learnovate and the National Concert Hall

Creativity changes how young people see themselves — and how they see the world. That’s why we do this work.

Featured Programmes

The Rubbish Film Festival

A national one-minute film challenge empowering students to explore environmental issues through digital storytelling. Designed for Transition Year and supported by Local Authorities across Ireland.

Bring the festival to your school

Creative Media Passport

An accredited 60-hour media literacy and digital creation course for secondary schools. Developed with Learnovate and mapped to NFQ Level 4, SCQF Level 5 and EQF3.

Explore the Creative Media Passport (TY) Course

Summer Songschool

Our long-running Summer Songschool at the NCH songwriting and music creation programme, engaging young people in the craft of writing, recording, and performing original music.

Book now for July 2026

Workshops for Schools

From podcasting and content creation to film, photography and creative problem solving — our workshops support skill-building and classroom engagement.

Why Creativity Matters

Creative learning helps young people:

• Build confidence and communication skills

• Develop collaboration and problem-solving abilities

• Understand media and digital platforms

• Explore climate action and environmental themes

• Discover their own unique voice

We meet learners where they are, and support them to go further.

Partners and Supporters

Createschool works with several Local Authorities, ETBs, national organisations, cultural institutions and environmental partners.