We believe that art encourages self-expression, nurtures creativity, and builds confidence in every child. Through art, children develop the skills to observe, interpret, and better understand the world around them, while fostering imagination, resilience, and a lifelong appreciation of the visual arts.

At Kingsway Junior, our Art curriculum is carefully designed by an experienced and skilled subject specialist to ensure clear progression in knowledge, skills, and techniques across all year groups. Fully aligned with the National Curriculum, our curriculum enables children to produce creative work, become proficient in drawing, painting, sculpture, and other artistic techniques, evaluate and analyse creative works using the language of art, craft and design, and develop an understanding of the work of great artists, craft makers and designers.

All children have the opportunity to develop their artistic skills through both 2D and 3D work. They explore a wide range of materials, media, techniques, and processes, enabling them to experiment, refine their ideas, and express themselves with increasing confidence and independence.

Each child maintains a sketchbook to record observations, develop ideas, practise new techniques, and reflect on their creative journey. Sketchbooks demonstrate the progression of learning over time and encourage children to take ownership of their artistic development. Their achievements are celebrated through high-quality displays around the school, promoting pride in their work and inspiring the wider school community.

Our Art curriculum makes purposeful links with other curriculum subjects, allowing children to apply their creativity and deepen their understanding across a range of contexts. Throughout the year, each year group studies a diverse range of significant artists, designers, and craft makers from different cultures, historical periods, and backgrounds. By exploring their techniques, influences, and achievements, children develop an appreciation of artistic diversity while broadening their cultural understanding and learning how art has shaped, and continues to shape, our world.

Through a carefully sequenced curriculum with clear progression, we ensure that every child leaves Kingsway Junior equipped with the knowledge, practical skills, confidence, and creative thinking needed to continue their artistic journey into the next stage of their education.

What will my child learn?

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