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Art & Design
The Art and Design Department gives all pupils the opportunity to use a wide range of media. Pupils enjoy learning new skills and techniques as they creatively explore various topics within our areas of learning.
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The building and refurbishment of our extremely well resourced Art Suite was completed in 2015. The G. Hampton Art & Design Suite consists of 2 spacious classrooms complete with full ceramic production facilities and a Digital Studio equipped with iPads, P.C.s and Design Software. We also have a spacious entrance hallway which has lots of display space for the exhibition of our pupil’s work.
Art and Design Curriculum Overview
Year 8
Term 1 – Colour
Pupils explore colour through a range of different media, developing skills and understanding before creating a final painting inspired by an art movement.
Term 2 – Creatures of Myth and Stone
Development work focuses on experimenting with new media. Pupils design and create a unique ceramic outcome inspired by mythical forms and sculptural techniques.
Term 3 – Moving Image & Animation
Pupils use iPads and digital tools to plan and create moving image work, developing basic animation skills.
Year 9
Term 1 – Nature: Texture & Printmaking
Pupils explore natural forms through texture studies and a variety of printmaking techniques.
Term 2 – Observational Drawing A focused still life project developing observational drawing skills, accuracy, tone, and proportion.
Term 3 – Textiles: Embroidery
Pupils learn embroidery techniques and apply them to produce a final textiles piece.
Year 10
Term 1 – Portraits
Pupils explore portraiture using mixed media, developing personal responses and experimental techniques.
Term 2 – School Life
An abstract and expressive sculpture project inspired by the theme of school life.
Term 3 – Graphics & Digital Design
A graphics unit using digital media and AI tools to visualise ideas and create a final design outcome.