Art and Design
At St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School, we aim to nurture children’s creativity, imagination and ability to express themselves, while developing them into innovative thinkers and practical problem-solvers. Through our Art, Design and Technology curriculum, pupils are inspired to explore, interpret and shape the world around them using a wide range of techniques, materials and processes.
In Art and Design, we encourage pupils to gain a coherent understanding of visual language by studying a diverse range of artists, styles and movements from Britain and across the wider world. Through evaluating artistic works, both their own and those of others, pupils learn to think critically and reflect meaningfully on the ideas and emotions behind visual expression. By developing their skills in sketching, painting, sculpture and mixed media, children become confident in experimenting, refining and making creative decisions. We support pupils in recognising the value of the arts in shaping human experience, understanding cultural identity and appreciating the beauty and purpose of visual communication in everyday life.
In Design and Technology, pupils apply creativity in purposeful and practical ways. Through the iterative process of designing, making, testing and evaluating, they learn to take risks, adapt ideas and improve their outcomes through thoughtful critique. They explore key areas such as mechanisms, structures, textiles, food and digital technologies, using a range of tools and materials safely and confidently. Drawing on knowledge from across the curriculum, including maths, science and computing, pupils design with function, aesthetics and sustainability in mind. They also learn about significant designers, engineers and inventors, gaining insight into how design and technology have shaped the modern world.
By fostering curiosity, resilience, independence and collaboration, our curriculum equips children with the practical skills, critical thinking and creativity needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world. We aim for all pupils to leave St Augustine’s as confident creators, reflective thinkers and capable innovators.
Characteristics of an Artist at St. Augustine's
We Become Artists By:
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Producing creative work and exploring original ideas
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Becoming proficient in a range of art, craft and design techniques
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Evaluating and analysing creative work
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Using precise art-specific vocabulary
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Learning about artists, craft makers and designers, and understanding the historical and cultural development of art
We become Designers By:
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Significant levels of originality and the willingness to take creative risks to produce innovative ideas and prototypes.
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An excellent attitude to learning and independent working and passion for the subject and knowledge of, up-to-date technological innovations in materials, products and systems.
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The ability to use time efficiently and work constructively and productively with others.
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The ability to carry out thorough research, show initiative and ask questions to develop an exceptionally detailed knowledge of users’ needs.
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The ability to act as responsible designers and makers, working ethically, using finite materials carefully and working safely.
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A thorough knowledge of which tools, equipment and materials to use to make their products.
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The ability to apply mathematical knowledge.
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The ability to manage risks exceptionally well to manufacture products safely and hygienically.
We Are Successful When We Demonstrate:
- The ability to use visual language skilfully and convincingly (for example, line, shape, pattern, colour, texture, form) to express emotions, interpret observations, convey insights and accentuate their individuality.
- The ability to communicate fluently in visual and tactile form.
- The ability to draw confidently and adventurously from observation, memory and imagination.
- The ability to explore and invent marks, develop and deconstruct ideas and communicate perceptively and powerfully through purposeful drawing in 2D, 3D or digital media.
- An impressive knowledge and understanding of other artists, craft makers and designers.
- The ability to think and act like creative practitioners by using their knowledge and understanding to inform, inspire and interpret ideas, observations and feelings.
- Independence, initiative and originality which they can use to develop their creativity.
- The ability to select and use materials, processes and techniques skilfully and inventively to realise intentions and capitalise on the unexpected.
- The ability to reflect on, analyse and critically evaluate their own work and that of others.
- A passion for and a commitment to the subject.
Art & Design (Green) and Design & Technology (Blue) Curriculum Map
| Year Group | Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
| Reception | Drawing-Marvellous marks | Crafts and design- Lets get crafty- Seasonal projects, Painting and mixed media- Paint my world | Structures- Boats | Cooking and nutrition- Fantastic fruits and vegetables | Structure- Junk modelling | Sculpture and 3D- Creation station |
| Year 1 | Structures - Stable structures | Drawing - Make your mark | Puppets - textiles | Painting and mixed media - colour splash | Cooking & nutrition | Sculpture and 3D- paper Play |
| Year 2 | Drawing - Tell a Story. | Cooking and Nutrition: Balanced Diet | Sculpture and 3D: Clay houses | Mechanisms - Fairground wheel | Craft and design: Map it out | Structures: Baby Bear's Chair |
| Year 3 | Sketching Skills, Stone Age Art |
Textiles Cushions |
Sculpture & 3D modelling |
Pneumatic Toys | Developing drawing skills |
Eating Seasonally -fruit tart |
| Year 4 | Drawing: Power prints |
Electrical System - torches
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Mechanical Cars | Sculpture and 3D: Mega Materials | Structure: Pavilions | Painting + Mixed Media: Light + dark |
| Year 5 | Drawing: I need space | Painting and mixed media: Portraits | Mechanism- gears and pulleys | Craft and design - Architecture | Structures- pavilions | Cooking- developing a recipe |
| Year 6 | Electrical Systems: Steady Hand Game | Textiles- waist coats, bags (drawing included) | Design a playground | Painting and Mixed Media: Artist Study | Cooking and Nutrition: Come Dine with Me | Craft and Design: Photo Opportunity |
National Curriculum Art Programme of Study
National Curriculum Design and Technology Programme of Study
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