sandwell futures

Cantoo is working with Sandwell Futures to deliver the public art programme for all the Sandwell BSF schemes.

The scale of BSF is huge and all secondary schools in Sandwell will benefit. This will vary from major refurbishment for some schools to a total rebuild for others. You can find out more about the Sandwell programme here

Sandwell is in Waves 3 and 5 of the national BSF programme. View the timeline to check their progress.

At the heart of the creative engagement process is a recognition of the vital role artists can play in designing inspiring and transformational schools for the future.

This includes being a broker, a translator, a provocateur, a listener, and acting as an interface between the world of construction/ architect and the world of education/school community. Each has it’s own language and culture. We will ensure that the creative engagement process effectively integrates the stakeholders’ ideas and vision with the Design Team/ BSF process.

We believe that engagement with arts and cultural activities is not only an important aspect of an individual’s personal development and quality of life, but also a primary factor in fostering a sense of community and respect and understanding of others.

Creativity is not a skill bound just within the arts, but a wider ability to question, make connections, and take an innovative and imaginative approach to problem solving. These are skills that are demanded by today's employers. Young people should develop the skills they need to perform well not only in exams and extra-curricular activities, but also in the workplace and wider society.