At Mayflower, we encourage children to develop their creative and imaginative talents by teaching skills and techniques using a variety of materials and tools. Pupils are taught to build their creative independence and are encouraged to experiment with colour, texture and techniques in their sketchbooks before creating a final product. Pupils have opportunities to work with professional artists and craftspeople. They are encouraged to evaluate their own work and learn to appreciate the work of others, using artistic language to describe paintings, sculptures and other artefacts. 

Throughout the academic year, each year group covers the following concepts:

Develop Ideas - understanding how ideas develop through an artistic process;

Master Techniques - developing procedural knowledge so that ideas may be communicated;

Taking Inspiration from the Greats - learning from both the artistic process and techniques of great artists and artisans throughout history.