Patterdale C of E Primary School
A loving family in a unique environment
Art & Music
Art and Design
Art and design is delivered through the CUSP curriculum. It provides visual, tactile and sensory experiences and a special way of understanding and responding to the world. It enables children to communicate what they see, feel and think through the use of colour, texture, form, pattern, line and shape and tone using different materials and processes. Children become involved in shaping their environments through painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, 3D and textiles. They learn to make informed judgements and aesthetic and practical decisions. They explore ideas and meanings through the work of artists and designers. Through learning about the roles and functions of art throughout history, and different cultures, they can explore the impact and how it contributes to the culture and creativity of our nation. The appreciation and enjoyment of the visual arts enrich all our lives.
Art and Design Progression of Skills
Mrs Simpson's Class: WW2 Blitz pictures
As part of their research into life during the Second World War our juniors learned to 'Make do and mend'! There's also a great recycling message in there somewhere...
Our EYFS class love getting the paints out.... even if our janitor doesn't love the mess afterwards!
There's nothing like a bit of creative hat-wear crafted from Mother Nature's proverbial wardrobe!
Marvellous Music!
If music is indeed the food of love then that's great, because at Patterdale we love both food AND music! Our music curriculum offers children opportunities to develop their appreciation and understanding of a wide range of different kinds of music—developing and extending their own interests and increasing their ability to make judgements. They will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to make music. Music also helps to develop good attitudes to learning in general; it can help children to develop listening skills, concentration, creativity, perseverance, self-confidence and much more! Fundamentally (and perhaps most importantly) music is just great fun and the children love breaking out the ukes and getting creative!
From year 2 upwards, all children have the opportunity to play an instrument such as recorder, guitar, keyboard and ukulele as well as tuned percussion instruments. All Key Stage 2 children are part of our orchestra, so that they can learn to play together, compose short pieces and perform. Singing regularly is also an important part of our music curriculum. This involves the whole school on a weekly basis.
Music Learning Progression through Charanga
Drama in the junior class! (Jan 2022)
The cast of our Christmas play 'Don't be Afraid' (Dec 2021)
