Parson Cross CE Primary School
Art
Here at Parson Cross, we intend to instil a deep love of art, craft, and design by teaching skills and varying techniques. We want the children to believe that they can become artists, architects, designers and curators. We have invented a broad and balanced curriculum that delivers engaging lessons that focus on Artists both past and present. We intend to inspire our pupils, celebrate others’ works, and create experiences that enrich their knowledge and build their understanding.
In EYFS, we will implement continuous opportunities for the children to explore the natural environment. They will have a range of media and materials on offer that they can use to self-express their creativeness. They will also be taught new skills to extend their understanding that they will be able to repeat and achieve independently.
All children will do a focused study on a British artist, which will finish with a final communal class piece.
In KS1 and KS2, the children will have a dedicated half term to learn about artists that have shaped our history and will analyse their work.
Teachers will use day to day assessment to challenge and extend appropriately.
Children will have opportunities to see real artists’ works, visit galleries and meet artists.
Children will be supported by staff to believe that they are artists. They will be encouraged to achieve their creative potential and celebrate their progress.
