Art, Craft & Design, Graphic Communication, Art Textiles And Photography

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79% of Penair students achieved Grade 4 or above in Art subjects (3 Year Average) compared to a national average of 75%

Intent: The central aim of the Art curriculum is to provide experiences which are both stimulating and enjoyable. Students with a wide range of abilities should have opportunities to develop personal skills and enjoyment in the work of others. All students work in a range of media including: painting, drawing, printmaking, batik, ceramics, sculpture and graphic media and ICT. Students develop their creativity through sustained activities These help to build on their skills and understanding. Students should become more independent in their use of visual language and understand more fully how to express their ideas, feelings and understanding as the course progresses. They should be able to develop personal outcomes that link to developmental studies Homework should be set to support independent learning. The activities and opportunities offered to students should be fun, inclusive of all abilities and foster a love of the visual Arts. The Art curriculum encourages students to be:

Creative through developing a range of outcomes using 2D and 3D materials
Inspired by studying a wide variety of art in different genres
experimental, learn from mistakes and have fun
curious and discover new skills and strengths.

Implementation: Through KS3 into KS4 Art lessons provide building blocks for students to become practiced in developing the following:

observational and imaginative skills;

the skills of research and investigations;

the ability to develop ideas and themes;

the ability to develop a chosen study from conception to realisation;

the ability to work from a design brief;

knowledge of materials and processes and the ability to work in a systematic and safe manner,

understanding visual language;

the ability to express personal ideas and feelings;

knowledge of the work of other artists, designers and craftspeople;

The ability to talk about and criticise their own work and that of others.

to gain experience of working collaboratively.

to work in a range of contexts including Art, Design Craft and Applied Art.

to work with creative individuals and professionals.

At KS4, students can specialise in either Art, Craft & Design, Graphic Communications, Photography or Art Textiles. All the endorsements give students the opportunity to develop their skills and interests through using a wide variety of media and materials. Students have excellent access to specialist equipment and studio space.

Impact: The curriculum aims to develop students who are eager to learn new techniques, refine prior learning and understanding. We aim to help our students be confident and curious artists who understand that Art can take many different forms. We aim to foster their creativity build their resilience and enjoyment of the subject in an atmosphere where it is safe to question and make mistakes. It is ultimately our hope that students independently develop their own ideas and make connections between their own creativity and the world around them.

Useful resources/websites

www.aqa.org.uk

www.nsead.org

https://www.tate.org.uk/