Laxton Junior School proudly celebrated a remarkable moment in its creative calendar as every pupil from ages 4 to 11 showcased their artwork in a special whole‑school exhibition at the Yarrow Gallery, located within the grounds of Oundle School. The exhibition, which ran from Tuesday 24 February to Sunday 1 March 2026, welcomed families, friends and the wider community to experience the imagination and talent of the school’s young artists.
The Yarrow Gallery, a contemporary space first opened in 1918 and funded by Sir Arthur Yarrow in memory of his son, has long been recognised as a creative hub for pupils across both Oundle School and Laxton Junior School. Its exhibitions, workshops and events are designed to inspire and engage, offering students invaluable insight into curation, presentation and the wider artistic world.
This year’s exhibition, titled Around the World with 18 Artists, invited visitors on a rich and colourful journey across global artistic traditions. Inspired by influential figures such as Wassily Kandinsky, Feliciano Centurión, Yayoi Kusama, Vincent van Gogh, Pacita Abad and Emily Kam Kngwarray, pupils explored a diverse mix of styles, mediums and cultural influences. [laxtonjunior.org.uk]
The gallery was filled with an impressive variety of work, from vibrant paintings and intricate textiles to mixed‑media pieces and an ambitious whole‑school installation created collaboratively across year groups. Each artwork offered a personal interpretation of the global themes studied, reflecting not only the children’s technical development but also their curiosity, empathy and creative voice.
Visitors praised the exhibition for its joyful energy, thoughtful curation and the meaningful way it captured the school’s commitment to creativity and inclusion. The event also highlighted the powerful role of the arts in education, giving every child the opportunity to experience the pride and excitement of exhibiting in a professional gallery setting.
The project was led by Head of Art, Mrs Sarah Ashby, who worked closely with all 260 pupils to bring the exhibition to life. Her guidance, along with the enthusiasm of the children, transformed the gallery into a celebration of school‑wide imagination and global artistic exploration.
Laxton Junior School is delighted to have shared this vibrant event with the community, demonstrating once again the importance of creativity within its curriculum and the extraordinary potential of its young artists.
