Art & Design

Intent

Our Art curriculum is designed to inspire and empower students to become confident, creative, and reflective individuals who can express themselves and respond thoughtfully to the world around them. We believe that art is a vital component of a broad and balanced education, fostering not only creativity and imagination but also critical thinking, resilience, and an appreciation of cultural diversity.

Our intent is to:

1. Cultivate Creativity and Expression

Encourage all students to explore and develop their own artistic voice, providing opportunities to experiment with a wide range of techniques, materials, and processes. Through this, students will build confidence in expressing their ideas, emotions, and perspectives.

2. Develop Skills and Knowledge

Equip students with a solid foundation in artistic skills and theoretical understanding, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media, as well as an appreciation of art history and contemporary practices.

3. Foster Critical Thinking

Promote analytical and evaluative skills by encouraging students to critically reflect on their own work and the work of others. Students will explore how art communicates meaning, influences society, and responds to cultural, political, and social issues.

4. Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion

Ensure students study a broad spectrum of artists, movements, and traditions from different cultures and time periods, reflecting the diverse society in which we live.

5. Support Personal Growth

Encourage students to take risks, learn from mistakes, and build resilience through the creative process. Art provides a platform for self-discovery, mindfulness, and well-being, supporting students’ overall personal development.

By the end of their Art education, our students will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to pursue further artistic study, appreciate the value of creativity in various careers, and engage with the visual arts as informed, thoughtful citizens. Our aim is to nurture a lifelong appreciation of the power of art to enrich lives and shape the world.