At Warkworth CofE Primary School, we recognise that Art is a vital part of children’s cultural literacy — a way to marvel at God’s creation and to express the richness of human experience. Art allows children to think creatively, to communicate beyond words, and to engage with beauty, emotion, and meaning. It is both a discipline and a form of cultural capital: “the best that has been thought and said.”
Our Art curriculum is not simply about fulfilling the National Curriculum requirements. It is part of our Christian mission to give children access to a deep body of artistic knowledge, both theoretical and applied. It aims to nurture curiosity, skill, and imagination so that children can create, think, and see more artfully throughout their lives.
We want our children to:
- Develop a broad knowledge of art history, from classical European artists to diverse contemporary creators.
- Understand art as a living subject, relevant to all people, past and present.
- Develop technical skills and confidence across a range of media and disciplines.
- Use art as a way of expressing ideas, exploring identity, and responding to the world.
- Value art as both an individual and collective experience that enriches lives.
Art is taught explicitly as a subject, but is also woven throughout the wider curriculum, appearing in contexts such as History, RE, and English. This integrated approach ensures that art is not isolated, but part of a rich, connected learning experience.
Through Art, children at Warkworth gain more than skills – they develop an enduring appreciation of creative expression and the ability to approach the world with curiosity, reflection and imagination.
Subject Leadership
Our Art and Design Lead is Miss L Good.
Long-Term Plans
[TBC]