At Shustoke School, an art unit is taught in every year group, once a term.
Each child has a sketchbook. We give the child ownership of their sketchbook in order to foster their sense of creativity. Children use their sketchbooks to make initial sketches, develop skills, record ideas and develop opinions.
Throughout their artistic journey, every child is given the opportunity to complete a unit of work based on sculpture, painting and drawing.
Through in-depth discussion, the pupils explore how their art can share commonalities with famous art and use subject-specific vocabulary to discuss key artworks and their own work.
In the development of confident art critics, the pupils share their opinions and make informed observations about what will improve their own practical work.
Cross-curricular links are promoted to allow all children to deepen their understanding across the curriculum, including the use of technology, and artworks from year group specific historical, geographical and scientific contexts.
Opportunities for children to visit local art galleries and museums are planned for, as well as visits from local artists.
Teachers follow a clear progression of skills which ensures all pupils are challenged in line with their year group expectations and are given the opportunity to build on their prior knowledge.
Effective CPD and standardisation opportunities are available to staff to ensure high levels of confidence and knowledge are maintained.
To support teaching, staff access a range of resources and planning documents overseen by the subject leader.