Art and Design
Artistic talent is a gift from God and whoever discovers it in himself has a certain obligation: to know that he cannot waste this talent, but must develop it.
Pope John Paull II
Intent
At St. Joseph's, it is our intent to enable every child to express themselves in a creative way. We believe that high-quality art and design education should engage, inspire and challenge pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment, invent and reflect when creating their own works of art, craft and design.
Implementation
- Each of the key processes of art - drawing, painting, textiles and sculpture – are evenly spread across our curriculum, supported by a clear skills progression policy.
- Key skills and processes are taught through the study of a broad range of artists, craft makers and designers.
- The vocabulary associated with specific skills and processes are weaved into the teaching of art and design.
- Children are encouraged to think critically and develop a more rigorous understanding of art and design.
- Children are encouraged to explore and record their ideas and experiences in a variety of ways - pupils use a sketchbook which they are taught to use as a visual diary.
Impact
- Children gain the knowledge and appreciation of a range of famous artists. They will also know how these artists reflect and shape our history, contribute to culture and creativity.
- Children are enabled to produce artworks of their own, using a variety of media and materials.
- Children are given frequent opportunities to explore their imagination and creativity.
- Children become proficient in a range of art and design skills that they can then recall, demonstrate and build upon in further education.
Early Years
Inclusion
Adaption
Skills Progression