Art

Intent

We believe that art education is far more than learning a series of skills. It is an opportunity for children to explore the world around them and the world inside them. In order to do this, we provide children with a range of opportunities to make, craft and create using different media and methods. Our aim is for every child to have the opportunity to develop their own creativity.

Implementation

The teaching and implementation of the Art and Design Curriculum at BAWB is based on the National Curriculum and supported by the Access Art exemplar curriculum and progression, ensuring a well-structured approach to this creative subject.

The children are taught art and design for half a term during each term.  In both key stages the children’s learning will focus on a local, national or global artist or craftsperson, who has been inspirational in their chosen field. More detail can be found in our Long Term plans.

Inspired by Mike Barrett, photographer and digital artist. Mike’s original is on the left and William has created his own version on the right.

Impact

Through the delivery of the art and design planning the children will:

• Work towards achieving age related expectations within the subject.
• Understand the importance and relevance of art and design in their local area as well as globally.
• Have a greater understanding of art and design, in terms of medium, application and artists and craftspeople.
• Have an enjoyment and a genuine interest in the subject which enables them to carry out their own research and make their own preferences.

For more information about DT and art, please contact our subject leader:

Mrs Natasha Johnston: n.johnston1@b-a-wb.co.uk