The study of Fine Art at this level aims to develop an understanding of the nature of visual thinking and its appropriate language, a capacity for creative thought and action as well as to cultivate skills in drawing, painting, photography, printing, sculpture and ceramics. Externally set assignment: 40% of overall mark including eight-week preparatory studies and a 15-hour practical examination. The core elements of the course provide opportunities to explore drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, mixed and digital media. The first half term of the course is usually spent establishing an essential work ethic and building foundations for understanding and realising a visual language, the subsequent terms are spent on personal development and investigation of materials & ideas. The Art department has extensive facilities including two ceramic kilns, a glass kiln, a photographic dark room, painting studios, a printing press, a heat press, a textile printing table, sewing machines and an embellisher. Pupils are encouraged to utilise the facilities on offer. Activities include visits to exhibitions at the main London galleries as well as an option to go on study visits abroad to exciting places such as New York, Florence, Venice and Rome These visits enable candidates to relate their work to that of other artists and designers, both from the present and past. We offer life drawing classes taught by tutors from the Royal Academy of Arts and ‘Master Class Workshops’ will fine-tune your skills and understanding to even higher levels. Workshops arranged with professional tutors over the years have included Carolyn Gendes and Caroline Kirton. Rosie James and Adele Wagstaff including textile and oil painting techniques
Passes in a minimum of six subjects at GCSE (Grade B or above or Grade 6 on the number grading scheme). There is a minimum requirement of 40 points accrued across the six highest GCSE grades to enter the Sixth Form at Croydon High. Fine Art is the sixth form is a natural progression from GCSE Fine Art; sixth formers embarking on the course have little trouble in the transition from GCSE if they achieve a good grade. The requirement to start the A-level linear Fine Art is a grade 7 or above at GCSE in Fine Art.
The EDEXCEL Linear A level course comprises two major projects; one is coursework worth 60% of the overall mark and one is set under a 15-hour practical examination worth 40% of the overall mark. Both projects will build upon each other, during each project sketchbook work, research and experimentation lead to a final piece or series of work. Coursework Project 1 & 2: 60% of the overall mark, in year 1 you record, refine and develop ideas in workshop-based lessons with one 10-hour mock. In year 2 you will follow your practical journey with ideas, research and outcomes resulting in one 15-hour mock as well as the practical work you will be expected to write a minimum of 1000 words of continuous prose integrating critical analysis and contextual research with your ideas and practical investigation.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £13,752 - £19,815 |
| Address | Old Farleigh Road, Selsdon, South Croydon, CR2 8YB |
The study of Fine Art at this level aims to develop an understanding of the nature of visual thinking and its appropriate language, a capacity for creative thought and action as well as to cultivate skills in drawing, painting, photography, printing, sculpture and ceramics. Externally set assignment: 40% of overall mark including eight-week preparatory studies and a 15-hour practical examination. The core elements of the course provide opportunities to explore drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, mixed and digital media. The first half term of the course is usually spent establishing an essential work ethic and building foundations for understanding and realising a visual language, the subsequent terms are spent on personal development and investigation of materials & ideas. The Art department has extensive facilities including two ceramic kilns, a glass kiln, a photographic dark room, painting studios, a printing press, a heat press, a textile printing table, sewing machines and an embellisher. Pupils are encouraged to utilise the facilities on offer. Activities include visits to exhibitions at the main London galleries as well as an option to go on study visits abroad to exciting places such as New York, Florence, Venice and Rome These visits enable candidates to relate their work to that of other artists and designers, both from the present and past. We offer life drawing classes taught by tutors from the Royal Academy of Arts and ‘Master Class Workshops’ will fine-tune your skills and understanding to even higher levels. Workshops arranged with professional tutors over the years have included Carolyn Gendes and Caroline Kirton. Rosie James and Adele Wagstaff including textile and oil painting techniques
Passes in a minimum of six subjects at GCSE (Grade B or above or Grade 6 on the number grading scheme). There is a minimum requirement of 40 points accrued across the six highest GCSE grades to enter the Sixth Form at Croydon High. Fine Art is the sixth form is a natural progression from GCSE Fine Art; sixth formers embarking on the course have little trouble in the transition from GCSE if they achieve a good grade. The requirement to start the A-level linear Fine Art is a grade 7 or above at GCSE in Fine Art.
The EDEXCEL Linear A level course comprises two major projects; one is coursework worth 60% of the overall mark and one is set under a 15-hour practical examination worth 40% of the overall mark. Both projects will build upon each other, during each project sketchbook work, research and experimentation lead to a final piece or series of work. Coursework Project 1 & 2: 60% of the overall mark, in year 1 you record, refine and develop ideas in workshop-based lessons with one 10-hour mock. In year 2 you will follow your practical journey with ideas, research and outcomes resulting in one 15-hour mock as well as the practical work you will be expected to write a minimum of 1000 words of continuous prose integrating critical analysis and contextual research with your ideas and practical investigation.