Gaynes School Language College

Art and design at Gayne's School offers students the opportunity to develop their creativity by using a range of skills in a wide variety of contexts. Students are able to communicate and to express ideas and feelings through visual and other media. Through exploring and sharing these ideas, students develop confidence and independence in learning. By engaging in imaginative and creative activities students have the opportunity to develop their work and ideas using varied materials and resources. We hope that students understanding of art and design will enrich their lives not only now but also in the future.

Art is an established subject in Gayne's at Key Stage 3 and 4. The art and design department comprises of two well equipped art rooms. There are three experienced members of staff from different art backgrounds, offering a wide and varied base of subject knowledgeGayne's School students regularly take part in local and regional exhibitions and competitions with progressive and continued success.

Key Stage 3

The Curriculum at Key Stage 3 follows the National Curriculum and is designed to incorporate all the facilities and equipment we have to offer. Students will over the course of three years have the opportunity to use a range of media including painting, printing, clay and other 3D work, Students have one 50 minute lesson every week and homework is set on a regular basis. There are clubs, competitions, exhibitions and other extra-curricular activities running throughout the school year and students are encouraged to become involved as much as possible.

GCSE

Art and design is a popular option choice for GCSE and currently has two classes of students in year 10 and in year 11. Students have a high success rate and many go on to study art and design at the local sixth form colleges. There is a yearly GCSE exhibition where students have the opportunity to display their hard work and there are also yearly educational visits to local exhibitions and London art galleries. GCSE students are encouraged to become enthusiastic, responsible and successful learners.