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Imagine the Future is a large-scale poetry project for every Lambeth school that encourages youth voice and young people’s creativity.

Imagine the Future is a large-scale poetry project for every Lambeth school that encourages youth voice and young people’s creativity.

In 2026 the Southbank Centre will mark 75 years since their opening as part of 1951’s Festival of Britain, and they want every school in the borough of Lambeth to be a part of it, through an exciting new poetry
project, supported by poet Lemn Sissay.

Imagine the Future is a free project, through which schoolchildren in Lambeth are invited, and supported, to express their hopes and dreams for the future whilst exploring poetry and developing their creative writing
skills.

Their resulting work will be celebrated in a large-scale installation at the Southbank Centre in summer 2026.

Key info

Suitable for: KS2, KS3

Age Groups: 7-11, 11-14

Subjects: Art & Design, English

Type: At Venue, In-School

Duration: Oct 25 - Jul 26

Cost: Free

Dates: Oct – Nov 2025: Teacher CPD opportunities, Nov 2025 – Jul 2026: Workshops in schools, Jul 2026: Schools celebration events at the Southbank Centre

SEND: Yes - suitable for students with SEND

We regularly check that the costs and information are the latest and most up-to-date. However, please contact us directly if you need any further information or have a particular question. Unless specified otherwise, all prices include VAT.

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Find out more about Imagine The Future – Southbank Centre, London

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