Saturday Club
Film and Screen Saturday Club
The National Saturday Club is an outreach programme which gives 13–16-year-olds across the country the opportunity to study subjects they love at their local university, college or cultural institution, for free.
Our Film and Screen Saturday Club is an opportunity for young people to learn about the world of digital creation for video games and visual effects (VFX)! Club members work with an expert tutor and support staff to create a variety of individual and group projects in our high-tech studios.
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2025 applications will open soon
Priority Applications: Access and Participation
Whilst we accept applications from anybody aged between 13-16, we give priority to access and participation students. This includes:
- Young people from a POLAR4 Q1 postcode
- Young people with an IMD of 1 or 2
- Young people eligible for Free School Meals
- Young people who are from care backgrounds or in care.
If you have any questions about our Saturday Club, please email outreach@escapestudios.ac.uk.
Applications
Applications for our 2024 Saturday Club are now closed. Are you interested in joining our 2025 Saturday Club or know someone who could be?
Applications will open in summer 2025 along with programme details, dates and timings. The programme will run for 18 weeks, with a three week break during the Christmas and new year holidays.
Summer Show: Somerset House
The National Saturday Club Summer show is a public exhibition held at Somerset House, London and is an opportunity for all Saturday Clubs to display their members work and what they have learnt during their programmes.
The show also includes a graduation ceremony for club members to receive a certificate and to be applauded by a live audience for their hard work and involvement in their club.
The exhibition is also advertised to local businesses and companies who may be recruiting or looking for potential talent to do work placements or internships in the future with them.
FAQs
Who can apply to the programme?
All students aged 13-16 are eligible to apply for the Saturday Club. Places are limited, and priority will be given to young people from underrepresented groups.
Underrepresented groups include those eligible for Free School Meals, Looked After Children/Formerly Looked After Children, and those from deprived areas or areas where young people are least likely to go to university.
What will I learn?
You'll learn digital skills used in the creative industries through creative project work. You will be able to use high-powered computers at Escape Studios to be able to work on your own creations.
How long will the club run?
There are usually 18 sessions, every Saturday from November to March. The club will have a break during the Christmas holidays for three weeks between December and January.
Who teaches in the club?
The Club is taught by some of our Escape Studios tutors who are experts in the industry, supported by Escape Studios students and Studio Assistants.
Do I need to bring any materials or equipment?
All materials, equipment and educational visit costs for this course will be covered by Escape Studios.
What will be the session structure?
Club members will arrive from 10:00am and work on a project focus with the Escape Studios tutor who will change weekly or bi-weekly. Sessions include a 15-minute break.
Further information can be found on the National Saturday Club website. If you have any further questions, you can contact us at outreach@escapestudios.ac.uk.