Art and DT

The quality of pupils’ work in Art is of an exceptional standard” (ISI Inspection Report)

Art

The Art department at Pinewood is a thriving, creative and exciting environment where pupils are encouraged to see themselves as artists. The main objectives for our pupils are to instill a joy and passion for drawing, painting and three-dimensional work in an environment where pupils have an opportunity to extend their learning through their own ideas. Dedicated staff lead lessons where, having had guidance in a range of skills and techniques, pupils are encouraged to develop individual pieces of work.

Observational drawing, painting and modeling are the foundations of a sound syllabus. The full range of skills covered includes printing, pottery and mixed media 3D constructions. Pupils 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.

Pinewood has a thriving art scholarship programme. Talented pupils are invited to an extra class in Year 7 and 8, where they are encouraged to work independently and develop their own ideas. Over the 2 years, portfolios and sketch books are created to submit to schools for scholarships, which are usually held at the start of the spring term in Year 8.

Recent successes include:

2009 – Scholarship: St Mary’s Calne

11+ Scholarship: Downe House

2010 – Top Scholarship: Cheltenham College

Scholarship: Dauntsey’s

2011 – Exhibition: Tudor Hall

Textile Scholarship: Bradfield

Scholarship: Milton Abbey

All Rounder: Kingswood – art as a component

Scholarship: Prior Park

All Rounder: Marlborough College - art as a component

DT

Design and Technology is taught to pupils in Years 5 and 6 and 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.

To view examples of Art and CDT work, please go to the Art & DT Gallery.

Art and DT

The quality of pupils’ work in Art is of an exceptional standard” (ISI Inspection Report)

Art

DT

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