Curriculum Intent
Art and Design are vital components of a broad and balanced curriculum. They provide a unique opportunity for all young people to express themselves, communicate visually, and explore their ideas, thoughts, and emotions. Art encourages imagination, experimentation, and decision-making. It nurtures self-confidence and builds resilience, particularly in young people who may find verbal communication more challenging.
Imagination in Action
Boosting confidence and self-expression through Art and Design by providing opportunities to experiment, take creative risks, and communicate their ideas visually.
The Five Key Learning Objectives are:
LO1: I Can Design and Make Art using Various Materials, Tools, and Processes.
“I can explore and use a wide range of materials, tools, and techniques to design and make creative and original artwork”.
LO2: I Can Express My Ideas, Observations, and Imagination
“I can use drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, and digital media to express my ideas, observations, and imagination”.
LO4: I Can Learn from a Range of Artists and Cultures.
“I can learn from and respond to the work of artists, makers, and designers from different cultures, places, and time periods, and use their ideas to inspire my own”.
LO4: I Can Understand Forces, Electricity, Sound, and Light
“I can explore how things move, how energy travels, and how forces, sound, light, and electricity work in the world around me”.
LO5: I Can Use Different Techniques to Improve my Ideas.
I can use sketchbooks and journals to plan, experiment, and reflect on my creative journey, improving my ideas over time.