Art
“Art has the power to transform, to illuminate, to educate, inspire and motivate.”
H. Fierstein
At Pilgrims' Way, our art curriculum is designed to foster creativity, self-expression, and a deep appreciation for the visual arts. We believe that every child has the potential to think creatively and express their unique perspective through artistic mediums. Our inclusive approach ensures that all children, regardless of background or ability, are supported to participate fully and thrive in art. Our art curriculum follows the Kapow scheme of work and meets National Curriculum requirements. Art skills and knowledge are developed through the following key areas:
- Generating ideas and using sketchbooks: taking inspiration from a range of artists
- Making: developing drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, mixed media, craft techniques and sculpture skills
- Formal elements: exploring colour, form, line, pattern, shape, texture and tone
- Knowledge of artists: discovering artists' work and techniques
- Evaluation: critiquing their own work and that of others
Our art and design units are divided into four core areas, which are repeated across each key stage. These are:
- Drawing
- Painting and mixed media
- Sculpture and 3D
- Craft and design
By revisiting these four areas throughout their time at our school, our children are given opportunities to develop mastery by revisiting core subject knowledge and applying that knowledge practically in a range of contexts with growing complexity.
Children participate in arts initiatives and competitions locally and nationally. Our arts subject leader has achieved Arts Award Advisor status, which allows our school to access nationally recognised arts qualifications for all children.