Pottery Workshop (Improvers/ Experienced) Sat:10:00-15:00 (18 Apr, 2 May 16 May, 30 May & 13 Jun)

Enrol Enquire

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

18/04/2026

Fee

£287.00

Entry requirements

To have completed a Pottery - TRY A NEW CRAFT/ Beginners course (approximately 20 hours).

Teaching staff

A skilled teacher

Course Code

CL141F1P

Duration

5-weeks

Location

St Albans Campus

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

Progress and achievement will be observed on an individual basis, with support and encouragement where it is required.

About the course

The course is over five alternate Saturday's (18 Apr, 2 May 16 May, 30 May & 13 Jun) and aims to encourage and support you in producing pottery of a high standard while working at your own pace, in a friendly and relaxed environment. As the groups level of experience will be varied the tutor will cover clay preparation, (wedging and kneading), slab building, coiling, throwing i.e. centering/cylinders and turning and the use of slips and glazing techniques. You will have access to clay (buff and terracotta) and a selection of underglazes, glazes and slips.

Career options

Continue with the next course to extend your knowledge and develop your own individual style.

Course Content - What will I learn?

The course offers a variety of forms of clay work. Learn the techniques of coiling, slab-ware, wheel-work, slip ware, glazing (spraying, dipping and pouring) and decorating. The tutor will also be able to provide advice in the setting up of your own workshop, including information on kilns, glazes, branding, marketing and health and safety.

The course fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing, up to a maximum weight of 1.5kg. If 1.5kg is exceeded then additional costs will apply. Materials to be provided by the student: An apron, sketch book/notebook. Students will be advised on any further items they may require for individual projects.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

Progress and achievement will be observed on an individual basis, with support and encouragement where it is required.

Oaklands College

Employers

Oaklands Wolves

Training & Development

Higher Skills / University Level

Events & News

Oaklands + Community

Student Experience

About Us

Work at Oaklands

Support Us

Contact Us

Current Student Information

Staff Information

Register Your Absence

Courses

Adult Courses

Subject Areas

School Engagement

A Levels

T Levels

Apprenticeships

Higher Skills / University Level

L.I.F.E. (SEND Provision)

Careers

Making an Application

Campus Maps

Oaklands College Alumni Network

Academy

Student Accommodation

Athletics

Basketball

Cheerleading

Cycling

Equestrian Vaulting

Hockey

Karate

Men's and Women's Football

Saracens Men's Rugby

Multi-Sports Academy

Netball

Women's Rugby

Youth

Recovery Inc

Apprenticeships

Adult Employability Skills

Skills Bootcamps

Employer Services

AAT

Open Events

Wolves Events

Upcoming Community Events

Master Plan | Campus Redevelopment

Lambing Weekend 2026

Equestrian Centre

Facilities & Venue Hire

Oaklands Zoo

Oasis Salon

Photography Opportunities

Sports Zone

The Stables Restaurant

Community Newsletter

Campus Masterplan | Future Developments & Vision

Campus Maps

Campus Locations

Bus Routes

Living at Oaklands

Oaklands College Bursary

Parent Information

Staff Information

Student Information

Student Support

Exams

Term Dates

Corporation

Oaklands Policies, Procedures and Reports

Senior Leadership Team

Strategy, Mission, Values

Volunteering

Donations