At Christ the King, our Art curriculum is designed to engage, inspire, and challenge every pupil, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment, invent, and create their own works of art. We believe that Art is not only a subject, but also a powerful form of communication and self-expression, enabling children to share their individuality, imagination, and creativity.
Through our new Kapow scheme of learning, pupils are given access to a carefully sequenced and progressive curriculum. This ensures that children build skills and techniques over time, working with a broad range of materials, media, and artistic styles. The scheme provides a balance of practical exploration and critical study, supporting children to take creative risks, reflect on their work, and refine their ideas with increasing independence.
In addition to developing their practical skills, pupils are introduced to the work of significant artists, craftspeople, and designers, both past and present. They learn how art has influenced history, contributed to culture, and shaped the world we live in today. By studying these influences, children are encouraged to think critically, make connections between art and wider society, and draw inspiration for their own creative journeys.
Our Art curriculum also aims to foster important personal qualities. Pupils learn to be resilient, reflective, and resourceful, embracing mistakes as part of the creative process. They are encouraged to collaborate, share ideas, and celebrate the achievements of others, helping them to recognise the value of art in building community and cultural identity.
At Christ the King, Art is taught in a way that is inclusive and accessible for all learners, ensuring that every child can succeed. The curriculum is delivered through a 2-year cycle (Cycle A and Cycle B), which allows for breadth, balance, and progression across key stages, while ensuring that no learning is missed or repeated unnecessarily. By the time pupils leave us, they will not only have developed a secure foundation of artistic knowledge and skills, but also the confidence to express themselves creatively and to see themselves as artists in their own right.