Art at Helm Academy is highly valued. It provides all pupils the opportunities to explore the world of thoughts and feelings and to express their ideas in ways, which are powerful alternatives to the written word. Pupils use their powers of observation, their capacity for problem solving and designing skills and natural talents in creating an individual and personal response.
Pupils explore ideas and meanings through the work of artists and designers through learning about the roles and functions of Art; they can explore the impact it has had on contemporary life and that of different times and cultures. The appreciation and enjoyment of the visual arts enriches all of our lives. We aim to develop and maximise the creative potential of all pupils. Pupils see themselves in a workshop situation, learning and developing new crafts and skills.
We offer a broad Art and Design based curriculum encouraging entry at any level of skill and ability.
We offer
A thematic Key Stage 3 curriculum
AQA Art award
Functional skills
Entry Level
GCSE