NEWS & EVENTS BLOG

This week, the children completed their final mixed-media portrait pieces , bringing together all the skills they have developed throughout our art unit. They explored portraiture , focusing on facial features, shape and proportion, before experimenting with colour, pattern and collage . As part of their learning, the children studied the work of Liverpool-based artist Chila Kumari Singh Burman , taking inspiration from her bold use of colour and mixed media to create express

In Year 5 Art & Design this term, pupils have been exploring continuous line drawing  – a technique where the pencil stays on the page at all times. This challenged children to slow down, observe carefully, and embrace the idea that artwork does not need to be perfect to be successful. A key focus of this unit was learning that mistakes are part of the creative process . By not lifting the pencil, pupils quickly realised they couldn’t erase or correct lines in the usual way.

This term, Year 4 have been on an exciting creative writing journey inspired by one of Newcastle’s most beautiful spots: Jesmond Dene . Known for its winding paths, sparkling waterfalls, and hidden bridges, Jesmond Dene gave us the perfect setting to let our imaginations run wild.

Year 3 have completed a fantastic art project inspired by prehistoric cave art. They began by exploring images of ancient artwork and used pencils and charcoal to draw animals in the style of early humans. These drawings were then upscaled, and pupils created their own 'cave walls' using textured materials like rice and salt to give an authentic, rocky feel. They even mixed their own paint using natural materials to create traditional Stone Age colours before painting their a

Today, Year 2 have been learning about the importance of trees and how by simply donating £1, we can help plant trees in other countries. To further celebrate trees, we created artwork using fallen leaves. First, we created amazing collage animals, then we created a class artwork inspired by the outdoor artist Andy Goldsworthy.

Year 2 have been learning about drawing skills in their art work. We started this unit by exploring different drawing materials...

This term in Year 5, our budding artists embarked on a creative journey all about movement —and what an adventure it’s been! 1. Capturing...

In Year 2, our budding artists have been embracing technology in the most creative way—by using 2Paint on Purple Mash to explore and...

This Monday morning, Year 3 swapped the classroom for the calming shade of our forest school Miss Bell and Mrs Carrasquella —and what a...

In Year 3, our young artists have been travelling back in time—pencil in one hand, pastel in the other. Inspired by the bold colours and...

Year 2 have been exploring maps as part of our art block. After creating a map of a familiar place they learnt about printing. They chose...