Art and Design

Through the Art and Design curriculum, we aim to build on prior learning to provide learners with opportunities to develop and explore the use of art and design materials, techniques and technology in a creative and expressive way. We help to progress the practical skills of learners, their problem solving skills and reflective skills. In addition, we aim to develop their investigation and research skills of artists and designers. Each topic allows our young people the opportunity of personalisation and choice and the right to share their opinions with others.

Broad General Education

In S1 - 3 pupils follow units of work. All topics incorporate the visual elements and design principles as well as align with the Benchmarks, Experiences and Outcomes within Curriculum for Excellence. We also listen to pupil voice in our development of further units of work to ensure engagement and differentiation for all.

S1 Art and Design Home Learning (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)

S2 Art and Design Home Learning (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)

S3 Art and Design Home Learning (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)

Distance Learning Activities for the BGE

Big Art Attack (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)

S1 Slogans and Tree of Life (PDF, 588 KB)(opens new window)

S3 Slogans and Tree of Life (PDF, 591 KB)(opens new window)

Cakes Observational Drawing (PDF, 1 MB)(opens new window)

Still Life (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)

VE Day 2020 (PDF, 590 KB)(opens new window)

Accessing Art and Design Videos (PDF, 414 KB)(opens new window)

Senior Phase

Pupils in S4 - 6 will follow a course of study comprising of SQA National Qualifications in Art and Design that provide learners with the knowledge and skills required for the Expressive and Design Units. Art and Design can lead to further education in any area of Art and Design and a possible career in the creative arts industry:

My World of Work: Creative Careers (opens new window)