Pablo Picasso is quoted as saying "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up."

At Djanogly Strelley Academy, we want every child to know their worth as an artist is not measured on their skill level in drawing, their colour mixing skills in painting or their sculpting abilities with clay. But rather that they are able to express themselves through a range of artistic styles and mediums and develop their identity as an artist, which we hope will be a lasting part of each child as they move through our school and beyond. 

Intent

On each child's journey, we aim for them to develop a positive attitude towards art, building confidence in each child’s understanding of the skills needed in drawing, painting and 3D work, such as clay modelling, as well as an appreciation for a wide range of artists. All children are supported to develop their skills with a scaffolded teaching structure that supports a wide range of learners. Children are exposed to well known artists from historical greats to modern day art-tivists, encompassing a diverse range of genders, religions, races, nationalities and disabilities. 

Implementation 

Every year children study a drawing module, a painting module and a working in 3D module, one for each term. Each term your child will study an artist, their style, and the necessary skills to express themselves in the artist's given medium. 

Teachers follow a 6-part teaching structure that applies to any artist, any medium and any year group, so children become familiar with the teaching cycle and expectations of the subject of Art.

Lesson 1:

Lesson 2:

Lesson 3:

Lesson 4:

Lesson 5:

Lesson 6: 

Impact

It is our hope at DSA that children will develop an appreciation for art and find their medium, movement or individual that speaks to them and allows them to express themselves artistically. 

What are we learning across school?

Children in F2 (Reception), Yr1/2, Yr3/4, Yr5 and Yr6 have specfically taught art curriculums for their year groups. KS1 (Yr1/2) and LKS2 (Yr3/4) teach on an A/B yearly cycle. 

F2 (Reception)

In F2 we focus on developing our painting and drawing skills. This is met through the creative area of our continuous provision where pencils, crayons and a range of paint types are available for the children to access everyday.

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