Art is a creative subject which encourages children to become independent thinkers. The imagination of the child is one of the fundamental parts of the art curriculum, and there is a high expectation of the child to experiment with original ideas and thoughts. Art provides children with a sound basis for developing logical steps: as our schemes of work show:

• Researching and recording information through observational drawings, as well as using books and the internet
• Investigating and exploring a variety of techniques and materials
• Developing ideas and playing about with size and layout
• Creating a final piece which could be drawing, painting, relief, sculpture, etc. and an evaluation – which is both self awareness and critical analysis of others.

Our schemes of work provide a rich source of balanced activities, which embrace the National Curriculum objectives, allowing the child to build on an already wide range of techniques and ideas, leading to a successful transition from middle to upper school.

The department aims to promote cross-curricular links which will encourage the child to revisit previously learnt knowledge, and use this to show their understanding of current topics and themes.

Above all the department’s aim is to ensure that every child enjoys his/her art lessons, and has fun!