As artists, our INTENT is:

At St Alban’s we aim to inspire a great love of art, craft and design in our children and an understanding of how art enriches the lives of people past and present and from all cultures and walks of life.  We aim for children to enjoy creating works of art and to have a thorough knowledge of the artistic traditions which have shaped the world we live in.  We want children to turn to art in their leisure time as a source of pleasure and mindfulness. 

We aim for all children to be competent artists in a range of media in 2 and 3 dimensions.  Our teaching will enable pupils to make links between art and all other areas of learning, equipping them with an excellent general knowledge.   We aim for children to appreciate that art, craft and design embody some of the highest forms of human creativity.

Art, craft and design embody some of the highest forms of human creativity as well as shaping the visual fabric of our society, past, present and future.

At St Alban’s we aim to equip the pupils with the knowledge and skills with which to observe, experiment, invent and create their own works of art, craft and design. We want them to be able to see themselves as creators using their observational and imaginative abilities and to give them the freedom to experiment and discover their own creative expression.

We aim to give the pupils the ability to think critically about art and design and understand how the visual arts have contributed to the cultural history of different periods and nations.

We aim to provide a safe space for all pupils to engage in art, craft and design with an understanding that all expressions of the visual arts have worth and to challenge and inspire them to use their creative abilities throughout their academic career and in the workplace beyond.

And we IMPLEMENT this by:

The overarching aim for art in the National Curriculum is to inspire and challenge pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment, invent and create their own works of art, craft and design. As pupils progress, they should be able to think critically and develop a more rigorous understanding of art and design. They should also know how art and design both reflect and shape our history, and contribute to the culture, creativity and wealth of our nation.

The IMPACT of this is:

As a result, we will have a community of enthusiastic artists and art lovers who have a thorough knowledge of the artistic themes taught and will be able to link this to other learning.  Art will form an important part in children’s lives outside school and in their future lives as a source of pleasure and expression.

• Pupils develop confidence, creativity, and resilience through the artistic process, becoming independent and reflective learners.
• Children acquire a broad and rich understanding of art, artists, and cultural influences, enhancing their appreciation of the visual world.
• Progression in artistic skills is evident in pupils' sketchbooks, final pieces, and verbal reflections across the key stages.
• Pupils are able to discuss and evaluate artwork using appropriate vocabulary, showing critical awareness and pride in their achievements.
• Art contributes positively to pupils’ emotional wellbeing and personal development, supporting their self-expression and sense of identity.

Governors, through the Governor Monitoring Plan and Subject Leader Reports, evaluate the work of subject leaders in ensuring that the quality of teaching and learning across the school is at least good. They ensure that pupils are ready for transition to secondary school and are equipped with the skills to flourish and succeed as caring individuals.