Art
Early Years Foundation Stage
Children in Early Years begin their understanding of the subject area through areas of learning such as Expressive Arts and Design and Physical Development. They will begin developing the skills above by learning about different artists and having opportunities to use a variety of art mediums and techniques. Pupils explore and use a variety of media and materials through a combination of child initiated and adult directed activities. They have opportunities to learn to:
- Explore the textures, movement, feel and look of different media and materials
- Respond to a range of media and materials, develop their understanding of them in order to manipulate and create different effects.
- Use different media and materials to express their own ideas
- Explore colour and use for a particular purpose
- Develop skills to use simple tools and techniques competently and appropriately
- Select appropriate media and techniques and adapt their work where necessary
Year 1 and 2
Curriculum Intent
Our art curriculum aims to encourage children to explore freely and expressively their own creativity using a range of media. Our children are encouraged to experiment and we aim to inspire, engage and challenge the children through creating their own works of art, craft and design. We provide opportunities to think critically and generate ideas through a learning journey, both individually and collaboratively, and to invent final pieces encompassing a range of skills:
· Drawing
· Painting
· Collage
· Printing
· Textiles
· Sculpture
· ICT
Children enthusiastically evaluate their own art work and that of others including professional artists from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds, in order to understand how art contributes to the culture and creativity of our society.
Curriculum Implementation
The teaching and learning of Art at Petersgate Infant School is based on the National Curriculum and linked to topics to ensure a well-structured approach to this creative subject.
The children are taught Art as a discrete subject, alternating half-termly with Design and Technology.
All pupils explore and use a variety of media and material through their Art lessons and skills are taught to build technique progressively.
While focusing on key skills such as sketching, painting, colour mixing, sculpture and collage, famous local, national and international artists are explored to enhance the children's learning.
Key Stage 1
Pupils are taught:
- To use a range of materials creatively to design and make products
- To use drawing, painting and sculpture to develop and share their ideas, experiences and imagination
- To develop a wide range of art techniques in using colour, pattern, texture, line, shape, form and space
- About the work of a range of artists, craft makers and designers, describing the differences and similarities between different practices and disciplines, and making links to their own work
Curriculum Impact
Ongoing assessment takes place regularly throughout the year. Teachers use this information to inform future lessons; ensuring children are supported and challenged appropriately. Assessments are analysed and gaps in attainment are addressed.
Children in Foundation Stage are assessed within the Early Learning Goals. Age related expectation levels are reported to parents at the end of the reception year.
