Art and Design at Riverside

At Riverside we believe that Art and Design is for everyone.

 Self-portrait, Nursery               Self-portrait in the style of          Portrait of a WWII soldier,

                                  Picasso,Year 1                              Year 6

Rationale

At Riverside we believe that Art and Design is for everyone.

As Art and Design draws upon sensory experiences, it is crucial to the children’s educational development. The provision of art is designed to challenge abilities and aptitudes, and aims to motivate the children to express their own ideas through creativity. The broad Art curriculum has been carefully planned to compliment topics taught in other areas of the National Curriculum, as well as taking into account interests, skills and expertise of both pupils and staff.

Charcoal drawing of WWII Air Raid Shelter in

the style of Henry Moore, Year 6

Aims and Objectives

Riverside Primary fully supports the National Curriculum by providing opportunities for its pupils to:

• produce creative work, exploring their ideas and recording their experiences.
• become proficient in drawing, painting, sculpture and other art, craft and design techniques.
• evaluate and analyse creative works using the language of art, craft and design.
• know about great artists, craft makers and designers, and understand the historical and cultural development of their art forms.

Curriculum Planning

Our school uses a variety of teaching and learning styles in art and design lessons, with our principal aim being to develop the children’s knowledge, skills and understanding. We ensure that children have the opportunity to investigate, explore and develop ideas as well as evaluate, revisit and improve their work. Please click the "Whole School Art Curriculum and Progression in Skills" button below for more information. 

Ancient Roman Temple, Year 4                                  Ancient Greek Shield Design, Year 5

Health and Safety

At all times, children will be taught how to care for and handle equipment and media safely and with respect. When working with tools, equipment and materials, in practical and in different environments, including those that are unfamiliar, pupils will be taught:

• About hazards, risks and risk control;
• To recognize hazards, assess consequent risks and take steps to control the risks to themselves and others;
• To use information to assess the immediate and cumulative risks;
• To manage their environment to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others;
• To explain the steps they take to control risk.

Autumn Leaves, Nursery