CDT

Craft Design and Technology is a workshop-based subject where the students are taught about the design process.  From the initial idea the students are shown an evolutionary process which starts on paper and culminates in a three-dimensional prototype. The students are taught graphical communication presentation of their ideas and how drawing underpins the development of a designed object. The students are also taught how to use basic workshop tools and techniques of surface finish. The primary resistant material is wood in its various forms with metals and plastics used when appropriate.

Art

This subject uses the National Curriculum to provide structure and framework for the scheme of work. The main objectives for our pupils are to instil a joy and passion for drawing, painting and three-dimensional work. The students are encouraged to progress at their own pace and to equip themselves with the skills and techniques that will help them to improve the quality of their work. It is our view that each child is an individual and it is important that they are allowed to develop within their capabilities.

Each year group works through a series of three units of work (one per term). The units are generally theme-based with a number of areas of study focussing on different work produced in the past and what will be covered in the future, thus providing a broader curriculum with a wider focus.

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