Art and Design at Eastrington Primary School

Subject Coordinator- Mrs Laura Welbourne

At Eastrington Primary School we recognise that Art and Design stimulates creativity and imagination. It provides visual, tactile and sensory experiences and a special way of understanding and responding to the world. It enables children of all abilities to communicate what they see, feel and think through the use of colour, texture, form, pattern and different materials and processes.

Intent

At Eastrington Primary School, we value Art and Design as an important part of the children’s entitlement to a broad and balanced curriculum. Our Art curriculum is designed to provide children with opportunities to develop their skills using a range of media and materials. Children learn the skills of drawing, creating sketchbooks, printmaking, sculpture, design, painting, craft, textiles, multimedia and digital art. We encourage children to explore ideas and meanings through the work of a range of artists and understand the historical and cultural development of their art forms.

In Art, children are encouraged to experiment, take risks, innovate and reflect on the outcome of their creative journey.

Implementation

The teaching and implementation of Art and Design at Eastrington Primary School is based on the National Curriculum and ensures a structured approach to this creative subject. Art is delivered by teaching specific skills and through opportunities for purposeful learning opportunuties. Children explore and practise practical skills and techniques, specific skills are revisited in each key stage, at a progressively deeper level.

As the children move through the school, they will enjoy learning through units of work provided by Kapoow. Teachers also refer to a detailed ‘progression of skills’ document which outlines the skills expected for each age range.  Classrooms are well resourced, with children working in their dedicated sketchbooks or on a variety of media including digital media and canvas.

Impact  

At Eastrington Primary School we understand the importance of fun, engaging and challenging lessons so that children are able to develop skill and confidence in this subject area. Our whole school art activities contribute to the excitement around this subject with all pupils having a shared purpose and goal.

Sketch books demonstrate that control and technique with media such as pencil, pastel and paint improve and develop throughout school and they are used to review and revisit ideas. Sketch books in will contain experimentation, photographs and reflections, showing ideas and development rather than final pieces.

Teachers use summative assessment information in Art and Design lessons to ensure pupils of all abilities, including the most able, are provided with the best possible support and challenge. Assessment information is collected through direct observation and direct feedback. The Art Subject Coordinator and School Leaders monitor the impact of our curriculum provision in a variety of ways including, learning walks, book scrutiny and by listening to pupil voice.

Wanting to explore Art and Design further?

Take a look at some of the excellent links below:

Tate Kids – Take a look at the great activities and create work in the style of famous artists.

Tate Paint – Create your own masterpiece!

Art UK – An interactive site to help you explore and discover art.

Crayola Online – Here you can play fun games and print off your own resources.

Activity Village – Free printables for all occasions. Greetings cards, colouring pages and craft ideas.

Starfall Art Gallery – Here you can learn about 6 famous artists

The National Gallery – Here you can have a look at some of the exciting videos and activities and maybe even learn something new!

Yorkshire Sculpture Park – Have a look at all of the great exhibitions and free downloads