Content to be studied

Method of assessment

Autumn 1

The Elements of Art- Line, Tone, Shape and Form

Pupils are introduced to line, basic mark making and shading techniques in the first half term.

Diagnostic drawing tests will link to the unit theme

at the beginning and end of each unit of work.

Pupils will be awarded a grade of Developing, Secure or Excellent for each piece of class work and homework.

Autumn 2

The Elements of Art- Space and Texture

As each pupil’s skills develop, more detailed tonal work and higher-level drawing skills and concepts are introduced such as perspective. Drawing provides the basic foundations and building blocks of all creative processes. This enables pupils to express their ideas fluently, accurately and confidently.

Diagnostic drawing tests will link to the unit theme

at the beginning and end of each unit of work.

Pupils will be awarded a grade of Developing, Secure or Excellent for each piece of class work and homework.

Spring 1

The Elements of Art- Colour Theory

During this term, pupils move on to explore colour theory and are introduced to water colour painting and colour mixing. Allowing pupils to express their creativity through an understanding of colour and how it can be used to enhance their work.

Diagnostic drawing tests will link to the unit theme

at the beginning and end of each unit of work.

Pupils will be awarded a grade of Developing, Secure or Excellent for each piece of class work and homework.

Spring 2

The Elements of Art- Colour Theory and Colour Mixing

Pupils will be exploring this unit further. Developing a more in depth understanding through a range of different practical tasks experimenting with tones, tints and shades.

Pupils will be assessed through the production of a water colour painting. Demonstrating their understanding of tint, tone and shade.

Summer 1

Art & the Environment- Impressionism.

Pupils will be introduced to the work of the Impressionist Artists. They will explore their use of colour and take inspiration from their ideas and concepts to inform and inspire their own work.

Diagnostic drawing tests will link to the unit theme

at the beginning and end of each unit of work.

Pupils will be awarded a grade of Developing, Secure or Excellent for each piece of class work and homework.

Summer 2

Art & the Environment- Impressionism

Based on pupils’ exploration of materials and techniques in the previous term, they will produce pieces of mixed media textiles.

World Cultures & Art

Pupils will be given the opportunity to explore Art & Design from cultures around the world during the Art and Geography visit to Liverpool’s World Museum. Here pupils will be looking in depth at different cultures and embracing diversity.

Pupils will be awarded a level at Developing, Secure or Excellent for their completed textile piece.

Summer drawing and theory exam.