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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.
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.