Pupils are encouraged to actively engage in the creative and practical process of making Art and Design, while developing their skills as effective, critical and independent thinkers. They will learn through practical experimentation and the development of techniques while documenting ideas in sketchbooks and a portfolio. Pupils are enabled to strengthen their cultural and critical understanding. The Art and Design GCSE assesses the candidates on their ability to record observations and ideas through visual forms such as drawing, painting, photography and film, printing and sculpture. Computers and cameras are used to support all research and recording. Drawing as observation is an important aspect of this course.
All applicants are invited to attend our assessment day, during which they will sit entrance papers in Maths and English, followed by an online assessment and interview with the Principal. As part of the 13+ assessment, candidates will sit a further paper in a subject of their choice. Other scholarships (eg., art, sport, music, drama) will also be taken at this time.
Qualifications and type of study: 1. Introductory project - September of Lower Five until January of Lower Five. Working on a set theme, pupils will explore and extend their drawing, painting, printmaking, 3D and digital skills. They will develop their understanding of Artists and their working practices, and learn how to evaluate and respond to them. This project is used as a springboard for the coursework: Portfolio Project. 2. Portfolio Project (worth 60%). An Individual Project. Preparatory investigation and outcome: Three terms to reflectively record observations, creatively make and experiment with materials, show contextual understanding, develop ideas and produce a final piece. 3. Externally Set Assignment (worth 40%). Preparatory investigation and outcome: Externally set titles with one term of preparation study and 10 hours of controlled examination conditions.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Boarding: £35,985 - £38,985 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £38,985 |
| Address | Weston Rhyn, Oswestry, SY11 3EW |
Pupils are encouraged to actively engage in the creative and practical process of making Art and Design, while developing their skills as effective, critical and independent thinkers. They will learn through practical experimentation and the development of techniques while documenting ideas in sketchbooks and a portfolio. Pupils are enabled to strengthen their cultural and critical understanding. The Art and Design GCSE assesses the candidates on their ability to record observations and ideas through visual forms such as drawing, painting, photography and film, printing and sculpture. Computers and cameras are used to support all research and recording. Drawing as observation is an important aspect of this course.
All applicants are invited to attend our assessment day, during which they will sit entrance papers in Maths and English, followed by an online assessment and interview with the Principal. As part of the 13+ assessment, candidates will sit a further paper in a subject of their choice. Other scholarships (eg., art, sport, music, drama) will also be taken at this time.
Qualifications and type of study: 1. Introductory project - September of Lower Five until January of Lower Five. Working on a set theme, pupils will explore and extend their drawing, painting, printmaking, 3D and digital skills. They will develop their understanding of Artists and their working practices, and learn how to evaluate and respond to them. This project is used as a springboard for the coursework: Portfolio Project. 2. Portfolio Project (worth 60%). An Individual Project. Preparatory investigation and outcome: Three terms to reflectively record observations, creatively make and experiment with materials, show contextual understanding, develop ideas and produce a final piece. 3. Externally Set Assignment (worth 40%). Preparatory investigation and outcome: Externally set titles with one term of preparation study and 10 hours of controlled examination conditions.