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Art and Design
At St John Fisher, Art and Design nurtures creativity, imagination and confidence. Through rich, hands-on experiences, we support every child to achieve success as young artists, belong to a vibrant creative community and thrive as expressive, imaginative learners.
⭐ Achieve
Our Art and Design curriculum enables children to develop strong creative skills and knowledge while celebrating their individuality. Children are supported to:
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Explore a wide range of materials, tools and techniques
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Learn about colour, line, texture, pattern, form and space
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Study and take inspiration from diverse artists, cultures and artistic movements
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Experiment, refine ideas and evaluate their work
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Take pride in developing their own artistic style
We encourage every child to see themselves as capable, confident artists.
🤝 Belong
Art at our school promotes a sense of community, expression and shared celebration. Children:
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Collaborate on whole-school displays
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Share ideas and appreciate the work of others
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Experience an inclusive environment where creativity is valued
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Develop respect for different cultures, perspectives and styles
Our school is a place where everyone’s creativity is recognised and celebrated.
🌱 Thrive
Through Art and Design, children flourish both personally and academically. We help pupils:
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Build confidence in expressing ideas visually
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Develop resilience through experimentation, reflection and improvement
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Strengthen fine motor skills and concentration
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Use art as a way to support emotional wellbeing
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Discover creative interests they may pursue for life
We encourage children to explore, take risks and enjoy the creative journey.
🎨A Broad, Inspiring and Skills-Rich Curriculum
Our Art and Design provision includes:
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Drawing, painting, printing and sculpture.
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Cross-curricular art that enriches learning across the school
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Opportunities to learn about significant artists, designers and craftspeople
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A balanced focus on skill-building, creativity and personal expression
Our aim is to foster a lifelong love of art while helping children grow as creative, confident individuals.
Enrichment Opportunities
Children have the chance to take part in additional Art clubs. Additionally, children can sign up to a lunch time club run by an external agency.
Art and Design National Curriculum
early years foundation stage statutory framework for group and school based providers pdf.pdf
primary national curriculum art and design.pdf
Art and Design LTP
Engagement, Progress and Achievement in Art
Year 1 and 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
