Centres

What is a Centre?

NMPAT Centres enable children and young people of all ages and abilities to participate in the arts.  They are open to anyone – you don’t need to play an instrument or have any previous experience – and each one serves and supports the community local to them.

At every Centre you will find instrumental ensembles, groups for students with no prior experience, a range of arts activities, talented and supportive staff, and a very warm welcome!

NMPAT also run Specialist Centres including:

Use the links below to find out more about your local Centre.

How can I join?

Find the Centre nearest to you using the links below, click through to the page to see the venue and term dates.  You are welcome to go along any Saturday for a free trial morning – you can just turn up!

Once you’ve decided that you would like to join for the term, there is an online essential details form to complete.  This form holds some essential details that will enable NMPAT staff to look after all students whilst they are at the Centre – the Centre Head will be able to help if you have any questions or queries.

How much does it cost?

From September 2026, monthly membership at most Centres and NMPAT Youth Theatre will be £36, based on 10 monthly Direct Debit payments.
  • Towcester After School Club – £25.50 per month
  • Y-Not Arts Centre – £25.50 per month
  • Little Stars at all Centres – £25.50 per month
  • Part morning attendance (maximum of two sessions, depending on the timetable structure) – £25.50 per month

Financial assistance is available for those in need – please visit our Financial Support page.

Do you host open days?

Yes, we do! Our centres host a range of events termly, including open mornings. Visit our Centre Open Mornings page to find out more and register your interest.

Saturday Music and Arts Centres

Brackley and Cheney
Daventry
Duston (Northampton)
Holloway (Northampton)
Kettering
Nene Valley (Oundle)
Towcester
Wellingborough
Y-Not Arts
Youth Theatre