Our Vision for Art at St Thomas

At St Thomas, we believe that Art is a vital part of a child’s education, inspiring creativity, self-expression, and confidence. Our carefully designed curriculum ensures that all children, including those with SEND and disadvantaged backgrounds, have the opportunity to develop a deep understanding and appreciation of a broad range of artistic techniques, styles, and cultural influences. We aim to nurture artistic skills progressively, fostering curiosity, imagination, and a love for visual expression.

​Our Aim

At St Thomas, we believe Art is an important part of every child’s learning. It helps children to be creative, build confidence and express their ideas.

Through Art, children explore materials, develop skills and learn about artists from different cultures and times. We want every child to enjoy creating and feel proud of their work.

How Art is Taught

Art is taught across all year groups and builds over time so children develop their skills and confidence as they move through school.

Children experience a range of activities, including:

• Drawing, painting and sculpture

• Printing, textiles and collage

• Learning about artists and styles

Lessons may take place weekly or in blocks, giving children time to practise and improve their work.

Across school:

• EYFS: Exploring materials through play and hands-on experiences

• KS1: Developing skills using colour, pattern and different media

• KS2: Building creativity, independence and more advanced techniques

Inclusive for All

We believe every child can be creative. Art is fully inclusive at St Thomas:

• Activities are adapted so all children can succeed

• Children are supported to express themselves in their own way

• Everyone is encouraged to take pride in their work

Celebrating Art

We enjoy sharing children’s artwork across the school:

• Displays in classrooms and corridors

• Whole-school projects and collaborative work

• Opportunities for families to view and celebrate learning

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Children are encouraged to share their ideas and take pride in what they create.

By the time children leave St Thomas, they:

• Enjoy art and feel confident being creative

• Have developed a range of practical skills

• Can talk about their work and the work of others

• Show pride, imagination and independence

Get Involved

We welcome families to celebrate Art with us through school events and displays.​​