'Success is liking yourself, liking what you do and liking how you do it.'
- Maya Angelou
The Art Department
The aim of Art & Design is to offer students a range of opportunities for them to realise their full potential in a creative and expressive way.
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To develop and enhance students creativity, curiosity and imagination.
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To encourage independent learning.
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To develop practical skills such as painting, drawing and design and introducing new techniques including; clay work, printmaking and new media
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To develop a range of personal qualities, such as initiative, independence, independence and group work.
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To express their ideas, personal experiences and imagination.
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To develop an awareness of art as an important area of human experience.
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To learn about Artists, designers and craftspeople in a contemporary world and from different times and cultures.
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To build a critical awareness and appreciation of the outside world, and learn to make thoughtful judgements and decisions.
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To recognise the role of art in the creative industries
Art at Oaks Park
Art and Photography are highly creative subjects that develop students’ confidence and ability to explore ideas and imaginative outcomes. At Key stage 4 students get the opportunity to visit galleries, museums and exhibitions, this helps to gain knowledge of contemporary and historical artworks. Work is displayed around the school, providing interest and inspiration to the school community and visitors. Many students go on to study Art, Design and Architecture, many students are now working successfully in the creative industries.
