Art

Under development

In Year 9, preparation for the GCSE begins with an initial foundation course, where the basic skills for the range of disciplines taught are explored in more detail.  Girls will learn how to respond to a title and develop their skills in all areas to make independent responses to set topics, such as ‘Surfaces’ or ‘Contrast’.  They will have the opportunity to visit an art gallery and build their contextual understanding
of Art.

Coursework makes up a substantial part of the GCSE
course and the girls are required to demonstrate their
ability to:

• Research artists and use art terms
• Record their observations through visual and other means
• Select appropriate media and techniques by experimenting with a range of materials
• Present a personal outcome

Examining Board - Edexcel

Art and Design GCSE is 100% practical.  Pupils will be taught how to work in a personal and individual way towards the assessment criteria for Art and
Design.  Unit 1 is a personal portfolio which is assessed throughout Year.  Pupils may choose to do:

• Painting and drawing
• Textiles and mixed media
• Ceramics

In Unit 2, pupils choose their strongest area of Art and Design and focus on it for the rest of the course.  Pupils will build upon this and work towards a 10
hour-long practical examination.

Examining Board: Edexcel

Pupils are given many opportunities to visit art galleries and other sources of inspiration. Examples of recent trips include:

• Year 7 - Kew Gardens at Wakehurst
• Year 8 - Southampton Art Gallery
• Year 9 - Royal Academy Summer Exhibition
• Year 10 - Upper Sixth: Art and Culture Trip to New York City; Tate Modern