We enable pupils to feel confident and supported whilst expanding their understanding and skills. During KS3, pupils will follow a scheme of learning designed to build on key skills and subject knowledge preparing them for future courses. We develop pupils’ respect for the Art through exploring a wide range of Artists, Designers and Craftsmen, we
encourage students to respect themselves and peers through creating a learning environment where they feel able to express themselves and their opinions.

We strive to build students skills and deepen students understanding of Art, Craft and Design through continually building on prior learning and knowledge and challenging students in a supportive and encouraging environment. We promote cross curricular, transferable skills and explore a wide range of career paths for future artists. Students are
encouraged to be independent through research, enquiry, refinement, and reflection. Students will be taught to use subject specific terminology and taught how their skills  would be applied in industry

Schemes are developed to deliver a wide range of skills that can be built on and explored further throughout key stage 3. Schemes will allow students to explore the importance of art throughout history and as part of our futures. Students are encouraged to stretch and challenge themselves, forming their own opinions and be able to independently apply their knowledge of artists and designers to their own work.