The first phase of the course will involve the pupils exploring a range of drawing, painting, print, film and sculpture, with an emphasis on observation and building their creative skills. There will be weekly life drawing class which pupils are expected to attend. They will also research a range of related artists, developing their critical and contextual analysis. During the course, pupils will take part in visits to galleries locally and in London, and there will be the opportunity for an overseas study tour.
It is normally expected that pupils embarking on an Advanced GCE course in Art will have a high level of interest and motivation in this subject. They should have achieved at least a grade 6 at GCSE. Pupils entering the Lower Sixth Form from outside Downside should present a portfolio containing both sketchbook work and individual larger pieces. This may be done digitally if the pupil is unable to present actual work.
Incorporates two major components: Component 1 (60%): A portfolio of practical work showing the pupils personal response to their chosen starting point which they will begin in the Summer Term of Lower Sixth, and a related study of 1,000 words minimum. Component 2 (40%): OCR externally set task which is released 1st February and consists of a choice of seven themes to be used as starting points. Pupils select one starting point and produce preparatory studies. They have 15 hours to produce a final outcome in exam conditions. The date and time of the exam is set by the Art Department. Submissions to all components above must include supporting studies and evidence of the pupil’s personal development and outcome in response to their chosen themes.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,300 - £40,650 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £20,550 - £24,390 |
| Address | Radstock, BA3 4RJ |
The first phase of the course will involve the pupils exploring a range of drawing, painting, print, film and sculpture, with an emphasis on observation and building their creative skills. There will be weekly life drawing class which pupils are expected to attend. They will also research a range of related artists, developing their critical and contextual analysis. During the course, pupils will take part in visits to galleries locally and in London, and there will be the opportunity for an overseas study tour.
It is normally expected that pupils embarking on an Advanced GCE course in Art will have a high level of interest and motivation in this subject. They should have achieved at least a grade 6 at GCSE. Pupils entering the Lower Sixth Form from outside Downside should present a portfolio containing both sketchbook work and individual larger pieces. This may be done digitally if the pupil is unable to present actual work.
Incorporates two major components: Component 1 (60%): A portfolio of practical work showing the pupils personal response to their chosen starting point which they will begin in the Summer Term of Lower Sixth, and a related study of 1,000 words minimum. Component 2 (40%): OCR externally set task which is released 1st February and consists of a choice of seven themes to be used as starting points. Pupils select one starting point and produce preparatory studies. They have 15 hours to produce a final outcome in exam conditions. The date and time of the exam is set by the Art Department. Submissions to all components above must include supporting studies and evidence of the pupil’s personal development and outcome in response to their chosen themes.