Key Stage 3 - Art
At Queen’s School, our Key Stage 3 Art Online curriculum fosters students’ creative thinking, visual literacy, and artistic expression through dynamic virtual lessons. Students are introduced to a range of art techniques and mediums, encouraging personal responses to visual stimuli and exploration of cultural and historical contexts in art.
Through engaging online platforms, learners experiment with drawing, painting, printmaking, digital art, and three-dimensional design. The course promotes self-expression, analytical thinking, and visual communication while building foundational skills for future creative studies.
Assessment in Key Stage 3 Art Online is project-based and ongoing, focusing on students’ creative development and technical progress. Evaluation includes:
- Sketchbook development and idea generation.
- Completed artworks using different techniques and materials.
- Written reflections and artist studies.
- Peer reviews and teacher critiques via virtual discussions.
Students are assessed on creativity, technique, use of materials, and ability to interpret and respond to themes.
Weekly homework tasks are designed to reinforce in-class learning and encourage independent artistic exploration, such as:
- Completing or refining artwork started in lessons.
- Researching artists and art movements.
- Collecting and annotating visual references.
- Writing evaluations of personal and peer work.
These tasks support the development of independent thinking and critical appreciation of art.
Parents can access progress reports at any time, which include feedback on student work, engagement in lessons, and project outcomes. Regular updates and virtual parent-teacher meetings provide tailored support to nurture each student’s artistic journey.
Recommended resources include:
- BBC Bitesize KS3 Art & Design.
- “Art: A Children’s Encyclopaedia” by DK.
- Tate Kids and the National Gallery virtual tours.
- YouTube tutorials for technique development.
- Artist biographies and visual analysis guides.
Key Details
Course Outline
The Key Stage 3 Art Online course helps students:
- Develop skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media.
- Explore a range of materials, tools, and techniques.
- Understand how art reflects personal, cultural, and historical contexts.
- Analyze the work of key artists and movements.
- Express ideas visually with increasing complexity and confidence.
Key Topics Taught
- Observational Drawing: Studying line, tone, shape, and texture.
- Colour Theory & Painting: Mixing, blending, and application techniques.
- Printmaking & Collage: Creating textured and layered compositions.
- Sculpture & 3D Work: Designing with form, space, and materials.
- Digital Art: Using apps and software for creative expression.
- Artist & Movement Studies: Researching styles from Impressionism to Pop Art.
