Welcome to Creative Arts department part of the website.
Department Staff:
• Mr K Hewitt - Area Leader
• Mrs H Taylor - Second in Department
• Mrs J Gillett - Subject Teacher
• Mr M Jauncey - Subject Teacher
• Mr R Long - Subject Teacher
• Mrs E Bicknell - Subject Teacher
• Mrs C Wones - Subject Teacher
• Mr R Boldry - D&T Technician
• Mrs S Stephens - Art Technician
• Mrs A Wing - D&T Technician
• Mrs A Yau - D&T Technician
About the Department:
The department consists of two closely linked, distinct curriculum areas, Art &
Design, and Design & Technology. Our facilities include eight specialist rooms set
up to provide a wide range of creative opportunities for all students. There are
over 60 networked computers throughout the department running a range of educatioal
as well as industry based creative software packages. We also have CAD/CAM equipment
including a Roland A2 Laser Cutter, a Roland CAMM 2 EGX300 machine and an A1 Roland
CAMM 1 Plotter/cutter.
There are 7 specialist teachers supported by 4 technicians, together offering a wide
range of KS3 and KS4 courses.
Key Stage 3 courses:
Art & Design based on the National Curriculum
Design & Technology based on the National Curriculum
Key Stage 4 courses:
We currently offer the following full GCSE KS4 courses:
Art & Design: Fine Art
Art & Design: Graphics
Art & Design: Photography
D&T: Food Technology
D&T: Resistant Materials
D&T: Systems & Control
D&T: Textiles Technology
Aims of the Department:
To provide all students with the opportunities to create, design and make
imaginative artwork or practical outcomes fit for use in their intended situation.
We expect all students to acquire knowledge and skills in the use and application of
a variety of construction materials and painting media including the use of digital
graphics and computer aid design.
To work safely using a range of tools, processes and equipment as appropriate.
Satisfy all requirements of the National Curriculum for both Art & Design and Design
& Technology at Key Stage 3. This will be achieved through the study of a variety of
carefully planned learning experiences.
Descriptions of courses:
At Key Stage 3 pupils work with a wide variety of material and media in specialist
rooms. Our learning experiences are designed to introduce many new skills, develop
creative ability and encourage innovation and imagination.
At Key Stage 4 pupils can opt to extend their capability in both Art and D&T,
working towards a
GCSE qualification by the end of Year 11. Pupils may choose as many as two from the
list above. In some circumstances pupils may wish to study additional courses, after
discussion with the Area Leader.