Art & Design

What does Art and Design look like at Rosa Street?

At Rosa Street Primary School, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to develop their creativity and imagination through art and design. Our aim is to inspire a lifelong appreciation of the arts, encouraging children to explore, experiment and express themselves confidently. Through our curriculum, pupils develop the knowledge and skills to produce their own works of art, craft and design while learning about the diverse world of artists, designers and craftspeople.

Our Art and Design Curriculum
Our art and design curriculum is carefully sequenced from Reception to Year 6 to ensure that skills and knowledge are developed progressively over time. Children explore a wide range of media, including painting, printing, collage, textiles and 3D work. They learn to use key artistic vocabulary to describe techniques, express opinions and evaluate their work thoughtfully.

Throughout the curriculum, children study the work of famous and diverse artists and designers to broaden their understanding of different styles and artistic movements. They are encouraged to reflect on how art and design influence the world around them and to recognise the value of creativity in future careers.

Creativity and Expression
Children are given regular opportunities to share and discuss their work, celebrate their achievements and reflect on how to develop their ideas further. Through this, they learn that art is both a personal form of expression and a collaborative process that helps to build confidence, resilience and communication skills.

What Children Achieve
By the time they leave Rosa Street, pupils will have developed a strong understanding of artistic techniques and an appreciation of the creative world. They will be able to use artistic vocabulary accurately, talk about their own and others’ work, and approach new creative challenges with curiosity and confidence. Most importantly, they will recognise that art and design are powerful ways to express themselves and to make a positive impact on the world.