Mrs K Watson
– Henri Matisse
Art and Design equips pupils with the skills to enjoy, produce and engage with the visual arts throughout their lives. It provides the opportunity for pupils to explore contemporary and historical sources of art and take an individual approach to their art, craft and design making. In KS3 we offer a wide range of skills, techniques and artists for pupils to experience, including drawing, painting and sculpture. Pupils are encouraged to evaluate and analyse creative works using the language of art, craft and design.
At The Arnewood School we believe that creativity allows each learner to stretch their minds, do new and exciting things, and engage themselves in a way that takes them one step closer to reaching their full potential. Our curriculum develops pupils’ discipline, confidence and ability to take risks by developing knowledge of a variety of theatre styles, genres and techniques, we also strive to enable our pupils to look at the world around them, to ask critical questions about it and to be aware of the issues and opportunities we face. We encourage our pupils to participate in a range of extra-curricular trips, to be involved in school productions and to take advantage of our strong links with local theatre and performing arts groups.
Studying music helps students to increase their cognitive ability, improve their numeracy and literacy, and develop their social and emotional well-being. It involves problem solving, research, planning, using analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as developing creativity. In Years 7 and 8, music is studied by all students and gives them a chance to perform, compose and appraise different styles of music. At GCSE level, students deepen their understanding of music theory and develop their performing and composing techniques.
