Every child has the potential to create wonderful art. In our studio classroom, we nurture this belief by giving pupils the time, space and encouragement to feel proud of what they achieve. We value the creative process as much as the finished piece, helping children understand that experimenting, taking risks and even making mistakes are all essential parts of learning. Often, those unexpected moments lead to the most exciting outcomes.

Collaboration is a regular and important feature of our art room. Children work together on shared projects, including large-scale pieces, learning to support one another, exchange ideas and celebrate success as a team.

We want every child to feel excited, confident and inspired by art. Our curriculum places pupils at the centre of their learning, enabling them to see themselves as artists, reflect on their progress and make choices about the direction of their own creative journey. Along the way, they are introduced to a rich variety of artists and designers from many cultures and backgrounds across the world.

Our teaching is supported by the Access Art Curriculum, which helps us provide high-quality, contemporary and inclusive learning experiences. Through weekly lessons, children follow a broad, carefully sequenced programme that builds knowledge and skills step by step. They are encouraged to form personal responses to the artwork they encounter, discuss what they observe and use this inspiration to develop their own ideas.

Sketchbooks sit at the heart of our art teaching. They offer a safe, personal space to explore, experiment and capture creative thinking. Pupils work with a wide range of materials and techniques, including painting, printmaking, collage, sculpture, mixed media, photography and digital design.

Rather than focusing on marks, the art teacher prioritises meaningful conversations about learning. Children regularly reflect on their own work and receive feedback from their peers, helping them to build confidence, independence and resilience as young artists.

We host annual gallery days to present the beautiful work created by our pupils and to encourage them to take pride in their efforts. Parents are invited to browse galleries of work produced throughout the year and to celebrate art as a community.

Art Curriculum Overview