Art and Design

We believe that Art encourages self expression, creativity and builds confidence within children. Through art we learn to better interpret the world around us.

At Kingsway Junior, all children have the opportunity to develop skills in 2D and 3D work. In addition they have the opportunity to use a wide variety of materials, techniques and processes. They create sketchbooks to record and develop their skills, and have opportunities to showcase their work on displays around the building. Our Art and Design program is linked to various other subjects across the school curriculum. Throughout our program of the year, each year group gets the chance to study famous artists from around the world, exploring their talents, diversity and accomplishments.

What will my child learn?

Art Competition

Here at Kingsway, we have introduced an Art competition that runs over the half-term and school holidays. This gives our children the freedom to be as creative as they want. There is no limits to where the imagination can take you. Each time there is a theme for the children to use for inspiration; this could be from 'Seasons', 'Our planet' to 'If I could fly'. Children can create anything they want including: drawings, paintings, oil pastels, collage or sculptures.

We are extremely proud of the work our pupils create and ensure these are displayed for all to see. Competitions are judged by SLT with certificates for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place with a prize for the most creative pieces. It is a joy each time seeing all the incredible entries, judging is always a difficult task!

Art Club

During the Autumn term (September - December) the school provides an opportunity for the children to express their creativity through sessions ran at an after school Art Club. The children will explore ideas such as optical illusions, one point perspective, pointillism, amagographs and more!

Here are some examples of the work produced so far this year: