ART (VISUAL ARTS)

All students attend weekly Art sessions with our qualified Art teacher in a fully equipped and purpose-built Art Room. These sessions cover the major areas of painting, printing, threads and textiles, modelling, construction, collage, drawing and design. Students' work is proudly displayed around the school. 

Students are encouraged to use their imagination and creativity to explore new skills and techniques using a variety of materials. Two- and three-dimensional pieces of work are inspired by artists, inquiry-based learning units, special events such as Easter or the Olympics, and community events and competitions. Literature is also used to introduce ideas and techniques, especially books shortlisted for Children’s Book of the Year.

The focus for each lesson is explicitly taught so that students are aware of the learning intention and the process required to undertake a task or technique. Most importantly, each student is supported to develop their individual skills and ideas and demonstrate their ability to be creative.