Expressive Arts

Experiences in the expressive arts involve creating and presenting and are practical and experiential. Evaluating and appreciating are used to enhance enjoyment and develop knowledge and understanding. 

Expressive Arts includes:

Art and Design

Through art and design, learners have opportunities to be creative and to experience inspiration and enjoyment. They explore a wide range of media, and create, express, and communicate ideas. Their studies of the works of artists and designers enhance their enjoyment and deepen their knowledge and understanding. 

Dance

Creating and performing, and taking part in dance contributes to physical education and physical activity. Learners develop their technical skills and the quality of their movement, and use their imagination and skills to create and choreograph dance sequences. 

Drama

Acting and presenting skills are developed through participating in scripted or improvised drama. Exploring real and imaginary situations helps learners to understand and share their world. 

Music

Pupils develop their vocal and instrumental skills, explore sounds and musical concepts, and use their imagination and skills to create musical ideas and compositions. 

To view our expressive arts progressions please see below: