A new project supported by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland has highlighted the importance of creativity in the education of young people. The project, a sensory garden at Dromore Primary School, comprise a musical, water and sand features, a quiet listening space, a touch zone, a magical wardrobe and a taste and smell area to help children develop self-expression skills and imaginative exploration. “Artistic expression is a key tool for children to learn, interact and develop,” said the Council’s Gavin O’Connor. “The Arts Council place high priority on developing the provision of and access to creative opportunities for children in early years. Indeed, the Creative Youth Partnerships initiative was introduced to provide more opportunities for young people to participate in the arts within the education sector. We have fostered many links with a range of early years providers including Dromore Primary School to support environments in which children are encouraged to express their natural creativity.” For more information, CLICK HERE