Art & Design

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” Pablo Picasso

Art & Design provides children with the opportunity to express themselves imaginatively and creatively, in ways that are unique to us all. We teach children the children a wide range of techniques so they become proficient artists while applying their oracy skills to give a rigorous yet critical view on art and design they study. The art curriculum develops children’s critical thinking abilities and understanding of their own and other’s cultural heritages through studying a diverse range of artists and craftspeople. The teaching of Art & Design provides children with an accessible and engaging curriculum which will enable children to reach their full potential as resilient and creative artists. We encourage creativity in our children’s art books, which are designed to gather information, explore and develop skills and record responses. We want children to see their sketchbooks as a ‘safe place’ to experiment with art and recognise that they are all artists in their own right.

Curriculum Overview: Art & Design Curriculum Overview