Art education has been proven to have remarkable impacts on academic, social, and emotional outcomes, helping us develop empathy as we learn more about societies, cultures and history. Engagement with art helps us stretch our minds beyond the boundaries of the printed text or the rules of what is provable to encompass visual spatial learning and develop motor skills.

Through the implementation of Dimensions, Art at West Boldon Primary School is taught through thematic units in a cross curricular approach. Through our Art lessons, the children learn to express themselves confidently and creatively. Inclusive learning experiences ensure that SEN children are fully supported to reach their potential.

The opportunities provided will enable the children to create end products that they are proud of, and foster the resilience to hone and refine their skills. Children learn that inspiration can come in any form from the world around them. In art, we learn about the mediums of collage, textiles, photography, drawing, painting, 3D form and sculpture, as well as mixed media.

What our pupils say…

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