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The Art department plays an important role
within the Schools and the Creative Arts faculty. It is directed
by a structured programme, conforming to National Curriculum guidelines,
which enhances the skills needed to give every child the opportunity
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| Art is an established foundation
subject at Key Stage 3 designed to prepare students for Key Stage
4 and to equip them with a broadly based knowledge of the subject.
This involves a thorough grounding in drawing, painting and observational
study together with an introduction to design techniques in graphics
textiles, and 3-D work as well as an introduction to Art History
which is linked with each project. |
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We have introduced a sketch
book scheme, into all years with the school supplying high quality
books which, together with careful use and encouragement has already
improved the performance at examination level. Year 7 books, together
with an art handbook may be purchased at a cost of £1.00.
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| Our years 10
and 11 GCSE courses cover a general art syllabus as well as specialised
areas of study, such as graphics and textiles. Both are subjects
in which Hall Mead leads the Borough, where we bring professional
insight and experience allied to the department's inventive and
progressive outlook. |
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Graphics and textiles have an exciting
impact on the Art department. The courses combine the traditional
skills associated with subjects, together with creative and experimental
approaches to the screen printing, dyeing, weaving, batik, collage,
embroidery, sculpture, calligraphy and packaging. These courses
include aspects of ceramics and 3d as part of the Art curriculum.
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Our department
has three studios for painting and drawing, one which is well equipped
for textiles and another for ceramics. All three have state of the
art computers for pupils and staff to use. We expect hard work and
high standards if your children are to develop their creative talents
to the full. We invite you to come and see the department and let
us show you the quality of our work.
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All Year 7 pupils require a homework
sketch book and an art curriculum handbook. These may be acquired
through the department at a low cost.
Pupils will also benefit from purchasing their own water colours |
J. Davison
Head of Art Department |
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| Culture Posters Yr 10 |
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| African Masks Yr 8 |
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| GCSE Exhibition '05 |
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