Our vision for Art and Design is to provide an inclusive, inspiring, and empowering learning experience where every pupil is valued as a creative individual. We believe that Art and Design play a vital role in developing self-expression, communication, and confidence, and that it can open doors to understanding the world in new and meaningful ways. It provides pupils with visual and sensory impairments the opportunity to explore creativity, self-expression, and imagination in ways that are accessible, meaningful, and inclusive. We believe that every pupil has the right to experience the joy of making and responding to art, and that creativity should be celebrated as a powerful form of communication and identity.

 

Using Kapow at Key Stage 2 and Oak National Academy at Key Stage 3, we deliver a progressive curriculum that introduces pupils to artistic techniques, materials, and cultural traditions. Lessons are carefully adapted to meet diverse needs, with a strong emphasis on multisensory approaches. Pupils are encouraged to engage through touch, texture, sound, movement, and collaborative practice, ensuring that barriers are reduced and independence and confidence are promoted.

 

Our vision is for pupils to enjoy Art as a subject that values personal expression and fosters curiosity. Through creative experiences, pupils are supported to develop fine and gross motor skills, experiment with materials, and build resilience in problem-solving and design. They are also introduced to a wide range of artists and artistic traditions, helping them to make meaningful connections between their own work and the wider world.