National Art School

We are the National Art School. Our role is to educate, inspire and catalyse art practice in Australia. We operate at the leading edge of ideas and practices enabling art and artists to thrive.

We empower artists to continue to flourish once they leave our walls, activating our alumni network and growing our community relationships. We make art accessible to an ever growing range of students, audiences and publics. Our influence extends beyond our immediate context, pursuing our unwavering commitment to art education and the value of art across local, national and global networks.

Values

Our values shape the experiences we create, the culture we foster and the challenges we seek to solve.

Inclusivity and diversity We embrace different backgrounds, perspectives and abilities.

Creativity and innovation We are curious, forward-thinking learners and generous, innovative makers.

Excellence and authenticity We are fearlessly committed to authentic art education, academic rigour, artistic integrity and professional standards.

Community and collaboration We are passionate and serious about what we do, cultivating a rich community of students, staff and the broader arts sector.