We are seeing the aims of the department bear fruit with a generation of artists emerging who are producing a tremendous range of exciting and highly skilled work. There is also a culture of art appreciation and debate growing within the school. Other departments are responding to this and several joint ventures have been undertaken. Many pupils now choose art-related subjects to study at university including Fine Art, Architecture, History of Art, Graphics, Theatre Design etc. We have also enjoyed a great deal of success in the public exams, with a high percentage of students getting top grades at GCSE and A level. It is anticipated that those studying Art at A level should have a higher level of motivation and a keen interest in the work of other artists and designers. The ability to handle and manipulate materials confidently and fluently is essential. For those wishing to embark on a career as an artist, designer or architect A-level art would be a necessary choice. However, imagine the would-be medic asked to discuss a current Science and Art exhibition at their Oxford interview and feeling glad that they had taken Art as their fourth option. Imagine the prospective engineer who was told at their Cambridge interview that it was a real bonus that they were able to draw, and you will begin to see how Art is useful in all kinds of spheres – the dentist who is a skilled craftsman and can match different shades of white is obviously at an advantage. Think of your favourite film, and remember that the director and those employed in its making probably found their way into cinema via Art school.
Entry into the Sixth Form is conditional upon achievement of a minimum of five passes (grades 9-5) at GCSE, with at least four of these at grade 6 or higher including any subjects studied at GCSE which are to be studied at A level.
Lower Sixth Art Component 1: A portfolio unit of coursework. A portfolio of materials which exemplify work carried out at AS. Work marked as a whole. Component 2: Internally set assignment- a project with a five-hour supervised time incorporated into the preparation for an outcome. Work marked as a whole. Upper Sixth Art Component 1: Personal investigation-(Internally assessed and externally moderated 60% of A2) This is based on an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by 1000-3000 written pieces of work. Component 2: Externally set assignment- (Internally assessed and externally moderated 40% of A2) This is a project based on one of eight starting points set by AQA. Students produce a clearly defined selection of work which will lead to a finished piece or pieces.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £10,653 - £14,985 |
| Address | Oakholme Road, Sheffield, S10 3DH |
We are seeing the aims of the department bear fruit with a generation of artists emerging who are producing a tremendous range of exciting and highly skilled work. There is also a culture of art appreciation and debate growing within the school. Other departments are responding to this and several joint ventures have been undertaken. Many pupils now choose art-related subjects to study at university including Fine Art, Architecture, History of Art, Graphics, Theatre Design etc. We have also enjoyed a great deal of success in the public exams, with a high percentage of students getting top grades at GCSE and A level. It is anticipated that those studying Art at A level should have a higher level of motivation and a keen interest in the work of other artists and designers. The ability to handle and manipulate materials confidently and fluently is essential. For those wishing to embark on a career as an artist, designer or architect A-level art would be a necessary choice. However, imagine the would-be medic asked to discuss a current Science and Art exhibition at their Oxford interview and feeling glad that they had taken Art as their fourth option. Imagine the prospective engineer who was told at their Cambridge interview that it was a real bonus that they were able to draw, and you will begin to see how Art is useful in all kinds of spheres – the dentist who is a skilled craftsman and can match different shades of white is obviously at an advantage. Think of your favourite film, and remember that the director and those employed in its making probably found their way into cinema via Art school.
Entry into the Sixth Form is conditional upon achievement of a minimum of five passes (grades 9-5) at GCSE, with at least four of these at grade 6 or higher including any subjects studied at GCSE which are to be studied at A level.
Lower Sixth Art Component 1: A portfolio unit of coursework. A portfolio of materials which exemplify work carried out at AS. Work marked as a whole. Component 2: Internally set assignment- a project with a five-hour supervised time incorporated into the preparation for an outcome. Work marked as a whole. Upper Sixth Art Component 1: Personal investigation-(Internally assessed and externally moderated 60% of A2) This is based on an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by 1000-3000 written pieces of work. Component 2: Externally set assignment- (Internally assessed and externally moderated 40% of A2) This is a project based on one of eight starting points set by AQA. Students produce a clearly defined selection of work which will lead to a finished piece or pieces.