Curriculum
ART & DESIGN
Art provides the opportunity to demonstrate imagination and creative flair. Through our Art curriculum, pupils develop and refine their drawing and observational skills through drawing a range of everyday objects and primary images, making their work personal. Pupils also have the opportunity to experiment with and select methods and approaches, synthesise observations, ideas and feelings to create compositions for paintings, collages and other creative responses. They are encouraged to explore their artistic styles by studying a range of artists and honing their ‘drawing and making’ styles.
At Key Stage 3, Art and Design is studied as part of the Art / Design Technology carousel. At Key Stage 4, pupils have the opportunity to study one of three options from AQA’s GCSE Art and Design specifications: Art and Design, Photography or Textiles.
Curriculum Overview
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Foundation Skills Pupils will learn:
Creative Footwear Pupils will learn:
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Unusual Faces Pupils will learn:
Landscapes / Buildings Pupils will learn:
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KS4 Option Choice: Art and Design
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Knowledge and understanding
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KS4 Option Choice: Photography
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Knowledge and understanding
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Students to complete a project on the following topics:
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KS4 Option Choice: Drama
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Assessment
Internal assessments take place every half-term.
KS4 Exam Board Specification: AQA GCSE Art and Design (8201-8206)
Enrichment Offer
The Art Department offers a range of Art clubs during break/lunch time, as well as trips out to art museums. Intervention sessions to consolidate prior learning and maximise progress are at the heart of our delivery model.