At Weston Green, Art and Design is a vibrant and essential part of our curriculum, designed to engage, inspire, and empower children to express their individual creativity. From the very beginning of their educational journey in Pre Prep, children are encouraged to explore the arts in a child-initiated, playful way. As they progress through the school, they are provided with diverse opportunities to experiment with a wide range of media and techniques, from painting and sculpture to digital art and design. Alongside this, they gain insight into the work of influential artists and craftspeople, both historical and contemporary, fostering an appreciation for the rich tapestry of artistic expression across cultures and time periods.
How the Subject Makes a Difference at Weston Green
Our Art and Design curriculum is meticulously planned to make meaningful connections across subjects, enriching children’s understanding of artistic concepts and their real-world applications. Through thematic topics, particularly in Design and Technology, pupils apply their creativity and problem-solving skills to design and craft products that address real-world challenges. Whether they are creating sculptures inspired by historical eras or designing functional objects aligned with science topics, children learn to think innovatively and work collaboratively, developing skills that extend far beyond the art studio.
How the Subject Stands Out at Weston Green
What sets Weston Green apart is our specialist teaching and fully-equipped art studio, which provides the perfect environment for creativity to flourish. Small class sizes and personalised support ensure that every child receives the guidance they need to develop their unique artistic talents. Our Upper Prep pupils benefit from the exclusive Art Pod, an invitation-only after-school session designed to nurture their natural abilities, while younger children can join our popular Art and Craft club. These enrichment opportunities, combined with our passionate teaching and immersive curriculum, ensure that every child feels inspired to explore, create, and innovate.
You can learn more about creative arts at Weston Green School in this short video:
To help support and develop the unique and natural talents of pupils we run the Art Pod which is an after school session by invitation only. Learn more about our Art Pod here:
