Anna Lister,
Art Education in Malvern

What is CreatEd?

CreatEd supports young people who are unable to attend mainstream education due to SEND or mental health challenges, offering a range of accredited and non-accredited Arts courses, including GCSE and A Level Art, Photography, and Textiles. Using trauma-informed practice and a therapeutic teaching approach, we help hundreds of children each year achieve academic success while rebuilding confidence and a sense of possibility beyond traditional education pathways. We are an approved alternative provision for Worcestershire and surrounding councils.

About our Expert

Anna launched CreatEd after over a decade working as both Head of Art and Housemistress in various leading independent schools. Her pastoral experience and postgraduate research sparked a particular interest in the transformative role of the Arts for neurodiverse learners and young people experiencing mental health challenges.

As an adoptive parent, Anna is fully trauma-informed, and this deeply influences her teaching approach. Far too many children are let down by the current education system, and Anna is passionate about supporting these children in recognising their potential.

Anna proudly holds these following credential:

  • BA Hons Fine Art (First Class)
  • PGCE Art & Design Secondary
  • MSc Child & Adolescent Mental Health
Founder / art tutor

Anna Lister

Monday – Fridays: 9am to 5pm

In person and online sessions are available.

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Learn more about Anna

Click to view the video about Anna, her time at Wellsprings House and what she can do for you.

Helpful information

Face-to-face provision from Wellsprings House includes:

  • Young Artists – Friday’s 11.15-12.15, open to young people aged 9+
  • GCSE Art – Fridays 12.30-1.45
  • A Level Art – Fridays 12.30-1.45
  • 1:1 Tuition – GCSE or Art for Wellbeing 

Find out more at www.createducation.co.uk

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  • My son had struggled so much with learning in the school environment that he had come to believe that he was just not capable of being productive and working to a brief.

    He was constantly criticized for being off topic and not completing work, but with Anna’s supportive structure and clear instructions he has built up a body of work that he is really proud of. She has encouraged him to embrace his individuality, and to think more deeply to make connections between his artistic taste and his personal ideas about the world.
    Anna really knows her subject, and she is adaptable and compassionate – I cannot recommend her enough.

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    GCSE Student’s Parent
    Malvern



  • From the very first session, Anna’s gentle approach stood out. She never rushes or pressures the kids, instead meeting each child exactly where they are.

    The atmosphere she creates is calm, welcoming and clear both in the online classes and the optional in person workshops for the GCSE classes. 

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    GCSE Student’s parent
    Malvern



  • My daughter left mainstream education in year 8 due to her mental health needs. She experienced trauma and was unable to participate in formal education for over a year. 

    Anna met my daughter’s needs beautifully.

    She had a clear awareness of the difficulties children can experience in education. Anna’s approach with my daughter was personalised to her needs, it was low demand with lots of positive encouragement. My daughter has thrived with Anna’s calm and patient teaching style.

    GCSE Student’s Parent
    Malvern