Art & Photography
Curriculum Aims:
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We want all pupils to draw on a well-connected knowledge, understanding of social context, independence, resourcefulness, and creative thinking that can be used to reason and solve problems in real life.
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We aim to prepare pupils for the future by ensuring they attain knowledge and technical ability in both art history and practical responses, which will help to achieve outstanding academic outcomes and develop pupil motivation in Art & Photography.
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We aim to ensure pupils develop positive attitudes towards Art and Photography, by giving them frequent opportunities to experience success, helping them to develop self-confidence in their ability.
We value:
- Creativity thinking
- Independent thinking
- Resilience
- Risk taking
Click on the links below to view each file:
- Art Learning Journey
- Photography Learning Journey
- KS3 - Year 7 Assessment Criteria
- KS3 - Year 8 Assessment Criteria
Teaching Colleagues
Miss S Watson:
Subject Leader Art & Photography
Mrs D Poole:
2nd i/c Art & Photography
Mrs E Yates:
Teacher of Art & Photography
Mr S Dempster:
Teacher of Art & Photography
Head of Year 10
Ms C Oliver
Teacher of Art & Photography
Assistant Head of Year 9
D of E Group Leaders
Mr J Bampa
Teacher of Art & Photography & Technology
KS3
Year 7: 2 lessons per fortnight
Year 8: 3 lessons per fortnight
KS4
GCSE+ Curriculum
GCSE Fine Art
GCSE Photography
Exam Board: AQA
Component 1 (Coursework project and addition pieces) 60%
Component 2 (Exam project) 40%
Year 9: 4 lessons per fortnight
Year 10: 5 lessons per fortnight
Year 11: 5 lessons per fortnigh