Art and Design
Spalding Grammar School - Lincolnshire
01775765800
Priory Road, Spalding, PE11 2XH
Course summary

The first year of the full A Level course sees students introduced to a broad range of art experiences. In the second year they produce component one and component two according to their strengths. Students will be taught new techniques and encouraged to raise their existing skills standards in a wide range of practical activities, as well as developing their creative and analytical faculties. This department fosters achievement at the highest levels. The A-level is a practical course in which you learn by doing, so you will be able to create imaginative personal work. You will find out about a whole range of media, techniques and processes. You will develop your creativity and independent thought, learn to express yourself visually and let your imagination flourish.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE Art if studied or portfolio of artwork to be assessed by the Art Department.

How you'll be assessed

• Component 1: You will develop work for a personal investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by written material. This will count for 60% of your total A-level marks. • Component 2: “Externally Set Assignment” – February 1st to May (tbc) plus 15-hour exam. You will produce personal work in response to one exciting starting point which will count for 40% of your total A-level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityLincolnshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeBoys
AddressPriory Road, Spalding, PE11 2XH