We are so pleased you have chosen to continue your education in Year Nine. This year is all about getting you ready for GCSE Art and Design and showing you how we work on the Key Stage Four courses. We will experiment, 'play', take risks, try out new techniques and develop your skills and knowledge.
the projects
We've put together a lot of resources to enhance and explain what we look at in class - this website is our online version of the 'Knowledge Organiser' you have been given by the school. Scan the QR codes in your book for quick access or click on the buttons below to find out more.
independent enquiry
Each week you be set an independent enquiry task. This will relate to our work in class and enhance the work we do together in the art room. As well as this you can use the resources on this website to develop your skills and deepen your knowledge of art and design, Click the links below for skills sheets and information about art history.
literacy in art and design
In class we will be sharing our keywords with you to develop you art vocabulary. We also expect you to read about art in your own time away from class and will regularly give you interesting and informative things to read. You can also find books in D6 and the school library. Click the link below to access our reading list to get you ready for GCSE Art & Design.