Art

Curriculum Intent

Our intention is to use a broad approach to Art and Design, Textiles and Photography. We aim to provide an interesting, challenging, relevant and accessible curriculum. Students are encouraged to develop their curiosity and creativity in an environment that aims to be visually exciting. Our curriculum is broad - students explore the use of drawing for different purposes, using a variety of methods and media on a variety of scales, and work with a variety of media, including 2D, 3D and textiles. Students also explore the potential for the use of colour, tone, line, pattern and design.

Students will explore relevant images, artefacts and resources relating to a range of art, craft and design. They will also look at topics and themes from the local area, such as the textiles industry in Manchester and Salford or the buildings in the local area as part of an architecture project. They will also learn from the past and from recent times, including European and non-European examples. Students respond to these examples through practical and critical activities that demonstrates their understanding of distinctive styles, genres and traditions.