KS3 Art Craft & Design

At The Rosewood School, our KS3 Art & Design curriculum is a carefully crafted, inclusive programme designed to nurture creativity, build resilience, and foster independence in our SEND learners. Rooted in both therapeutic practice and high artistic standards, it offers students a rich, culturally informed journey that develops technical skills, visual literacy, and personal expression.

Our curriculum is thoughtfully sequenced to combine historical and contemporary art, providing a broad artistic foundation. Students engage in hands-on, multi-sensory projects that include:

  • • Creating Egyptian Cartouches, exploring ancient symbolism and identity through design and typography
  • • Viking Art, developing intricate pattern work and understanding narrative in visual culture
  • • Clay Mask Making, enhancing three-dimensional thinking, tactile engagement, and emotional expression
  • • Natural Forms Collage, encouraging observation, texture exploration, and creative layering
  • • Year 9 Pop Art Mini Project, fostering independence, stylistic experimentation, and cultural awareness

This diverse programme encourages students to work at an individual pace, supporting differentiated learning and celebrating unique artistic voices. Our calm, sensory-aware learning environment promotes emotional wellbeing, confidence, and a growth mind-set essential for sustained progress.

We enrich the curriculum through meaningful partnerships with creative industry professionals who deliver workshops in floristry, tattoo art, and photography, bringing real-world expertise and passion directly to our students. Furthermore, collaboration with a local University Technical College (UTC) provides specialist workshops on photographic composition, equipping learners with transferable skills and broadening their understanding of creative careers.

This strong industry engagement ensures our students understand the relevance and application of their skills beyond school, inspiring aspiration and ambition. Our approach fosters not only artistic ability but also critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills essential for lifelong learning and employability.

By the end of KS3, learners at The Rosewood School are confidently prepared to progress onto GCSE Fine Art, equipped with a robust skill set, an informed artistic vocabulary, and a passionate creative identity. Our curriculum equips every student with the tools to thrive as artists and creative thinkers, empowering them to make meaningful contributions to the cultural and creative industries.

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