Art & Design

Design Technology
ART & DESIGN INTENT

At St James Primary School we recognise that Art and Design stimulates creativity and imagination. It provides visual, tactile and sensory experiences and a special way of understanding and responding to the world. It enables children of all abilities to communicate what they see, feel and think through the use of colour, texture, form, pattern and different materials and processes.
We encourage children to explore ideas and meanings through the work of a range of artists and designs. Through learning about the roles and functions of art, they can explore the impact it has had on contemporary life and that of different times and cultures. The appreciation and enjoyment of the visual arts enriches all our lives.​
We aim to ensure that all pupils:
  • have the opportunity to record from first-hand experience and from imagination.
  • develop opportunities to select their own ideas for use in their work.
  • develop creativity and imagination through a range of stimulating activities.
  • develop the ability to control materials, tools and techniques;
  • increase their critical awareness of the roles and purposes of art and design in different times and cultures.
  • develop increasing confidence in the use of visual and tactile elements and materials.
  • foster an enjoyment and appreciation of the visual arts and a knowledge of artists, crafts and design.
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DESIGN TECHNOLOGY INTENT

At St. James’ CE Primary School, we recognise that designing, making and evaluating are significant life skills which are of central importance to a child’s learning and development.

​Our aim is to:
  • Explore by immersing children in DIY projects
  • Inspire by ensuring our learners are excited by creating innovative projects
  • Spark by igniting creative ideas so that we become chefs, engineers and designer
  • Deepen by developing children’s understanding of how things work in the ever-changing world we live in.