Art and Design

In Portobello Primary we wish to instil ambition and a ‘can do’ attitude into all our children. Our school is a place where everyone is given an education that builds on their strengths and addresses their individual needs to ensure progression. We believe that all children should be able to achieve their full potential academically, socially, emotionally and physically. Therefore, our Art curriculum is designed to engage and challenge whilst inspiring them to become young artists. It is important that whilst we equip them with the knowledge and skills, they are given the opportunity to create their own works of art. As well as learning how to shape, mould, feel, cut, tear, form, join, draw, paint, make etc, it is vital the children learn how Art and Design reflects and shapes our history and contributes to the culture of our nation. In order to contribute to the children’s cultural capital, we want to equip our children with not only the statutory requirements of the Art and Design National Curriculum but to prepare them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life. They are taught the skills to think creatively and critically, understand the disciplines within Art and Design and how they shape their history and may contribute towards their future. This will enable children to contribute as confident citizens in our society. We also endeavour to provide enriching experiences. Art and Design promotes emotional health and well-being by reducing stress and anxiety and increasing self-esteem. It allows our children to acknowledge and explore their feelings and express themselves in a safe and secure way. Using the tools required to complete Art and Design tasks further develops fine and gross motor skills used in physical activity further developing children’s physical health.