Art at Tiptoe

Art at Tiptoe

Intent, Implementation and Impact 

Intent

The art and design curriculum at Tiptoe Primary School is supported by our five learning powers of collaboration, problem solving, being curious and independence.  It is our intent that Art and Design will stimulate imagination, creativity and innovative thinking as well as a tolerance and respect for the ideas and work of others. Through exploring, creating and discussing their own work, the works of other artists and a range of cultures, we aim to engage, inspire and challenge pupils – equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to express their own responses to different stimuli and make appropriate reflections. “Art is not just a subject to learn, but an activity that you can practise with your hands, your eyes, your whole personality.” Quentin Blake

Implementation

Using the National Curriculum, we will ensure that pupils receive a rich art and design curriculum that builds progressively from year R to year 6. Art is not only taught in a designated art lesson but is also linked, where possible, to topics and the wider curriculum. We use special whole school curriculum and themed days as a way to inspire a love of art and design and create school displays. Pupils have opportunities to work alongside local artists/ crafts people to inspire them and challenge their thinking and creativity. We give children opportunities to visit museums and galleries, developing their skills of observation and evaluation. We also celebrate and recognise the art and design work children bring into school from home. As they progress through the school, pupils record their journey towards an end outcome in their sketch books, which are used from KS1. These books act as a point of reference and provide evidence of progress.

Impact

At the end of KS2 we would like our pupils to develop confidence in the seven elements of art (colour, shape, line, form, tone, pattern and texture) and the range of forms (drawing, painting, printing, sculpture, textiles, collage and computing). Having learned the associated vocabulary, they will be able to use this to reflect upon their work and that of others and appreciate the rich and varied cultural visual art history of our nation and the diversity in other countries. We want our pupils to be able to consider the impact of a final piece upon themselves and a wider audience. We want them to ‘be the best they can be’ and experience great pride, satisfaction and well-being with their end results.

Art skills Progression at Tiptoe 2022

Tiptoe Primary School 2020