Art and Design
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9 grades · 54 units · 162 topics
Aligned to National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Key Stage 1 (Years 1-2)
Year 1
A foundational course introducing Year 1 students to the essential elements of art through tactile exploration and observation. Students develop fine motor skills while learning to express ideas through drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media.
Year 2
A comprehensive Year 2 art curriculum focusing on developing technical mastery through experimentation with diverse media. Students explore the relationship between their own creative choices and the work of significant historical and contemporary artists.
Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6)
Year 3
This course introduces Year 3 pupils to the fundamental elements of art through hands-on practice and historical inquiry. Students develop proficiency in drawing, painting, and sculpture while exploring the works of significant artists and designers.
Year 4
A comprehensive art and design course for Year 4 students focusing on technical skill development and conceptual exploration. Students investigate diverse media including sculpture, digital art, and textiles while connecting their work to historical and contemporary movements.
Year 5
This course develops advanced technical skills in Year 5 students through exploration of architectural form, textile manipulation, and expressive portraiture. Students investigate the relationship between material and meaning while building a sophisticated vocabulary for art criticism and self evaluation.
Year 6
A comprehensive Year 6 curriculum focused on refining technical skills and developing critical thinking through diverse media. Students explore the intersection of historical movements and contemporary practice while building a sophisticated personal portfolio.
Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9)
Year 7
A comprehensive introductory course focusing on the transition from primary to secondary art practice. Students develop technical mastery of the formal elements while exploring diverse cultural perspectives and critical analysis techniques.
Year 8
This curriculum focuses on developing technical proficiency and conceptual depth through the study of human form, environmental impact, and cultural heritage. Students refine their ability to record observations and manipulate diverse media to communicate complex ideas and personal responses.
Year 9
This course guides students through the transition from foundational skills to independent creative practice. Students explore complex themes of identity, social commentary, and digital integration while refining their technical proficiency in diverse media.