At Broad Oak we engage, inspire and challenge pupils to develop their knowledge and skills to experiment, invent and create their own works of art, craft and design.
In Key Stage 1 pupils will be taught to use a range of materials creatively to use drawing, painting and sculpture to develop and share their ideas, experiences and imagination. They will develop a wide range of techniques using colour, patterns, texture, line, shape, form and space. They will look at a range of artists, craft makers and designers, looking at similarities and differences and making links to their own work.

In Key Stage 2 pupils will build on and develop their techniques from Key stage 1 using a range of materials, as well as creating sketch books to record their observations and use them to review and revisit ideas. They will learn about great artists, architects and designers in history.

Intent

Our curriculum nurtures creativity, imagination and visual literacy, inspiring pupils to think like artists. Through Kapow, they gain confidence to experiment, express ideas and appreciate art across cultures and time.

Implementation

We follow the Kapow scheme, ensuring progression in skills and knowledge. Pupils engage in practical lessons exploring drawing, painting, sculpture, craft, design and digital media, supported by strong resources and opportunities for reflection.

Impact

Pupils become confident, creative and reflective artists, showing technical skill, originality and cultural awareness. They leave primary school ready to explore art with curiosity and confidence.