Art and Design
"Art is a way of learning, not something to be learned." Victor Lowenfeld.
At Holy Family, we believe that art is an essential part of every child's education. Through art, children learn to show their creativity, imagination, confidence and self expression. Art celebrates the individuality of children and encourages them to express their thoughts, feelings and experiences creatively and also build resilience and problem-solving skills.
We use CUSP to enhance our Art curriculum at Holy Family. Our curriculum has been carefully sequenced so that children's skills are built upon year on year and it ensures that children are equipped to successfully think, work and communicate like an artist.
Throughout Key Stages One and Two, children will cover artistic disciplines including drawing, painting, printmaking, textiles, 3D and collage. These are taught in blocks and are revisited each year to ensure that children can build upon their prior learning. Each block teaches core knowledge (what the children need to know) and disciplinary knowledge (what the children are able to do). Oracy tasks are also built into each unit, designed to develop children's artistic language and vocabulary, allowing them to articulate and express their understanding meaningfully and speak like an artist.
Art and Design Long Term Plan
Art in the EYFS
Art and design is an integral part of the Early Years ethos at Holy family and through creating a carefully planned and enabling environment, following children's interests and planning engaging activities, we hope to develop critical thinking, creative individuals and a love of art and design. Children are introduced to art through the Specific Area, Expressive Arts and Design, where they will be encouraged to use their imagination, explore their ideas and experiment with different materials. Children are provided with a variety of materials and resources to stimulate their curiosity and develop creatively. Children will explore and research ideas, imitate, experiment and develop their own ideas and creations. Staff will introduce new concepts, skills and vocabulary to help children to talk about their creations and think of ways to improve them.
To see the full Art and Design National Curriculum click here.