Key Stage Three

Students receive a one-hour lesson each week.

Topics Covered:

Year 7:

Pencil drawing theory, colour theory, portraiture and a design and make challenge. Artists studied include Marcello Barenghi, Carolee Clark and Picasso.

Year 8:

Pencil drawing theory, abstract design, colour theory, printmaking, textiles design and a design and make challenge. Artists studied include Esher, Hundertwasser and Van Gogh along with many others.

Year 9:

In year 9 students complete a skills training course which supports them to develop creative skills in new media. They produce a variety of techniques in Art, Photography and Textiles based on the theme of Food. 

Key Stage Four:

We offer GCSE courses in Art and Design, Photography and Textiles.