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Year 5 Expressive Arts

All year 5 pupils complete a carousel of expressive art projects designed to give them a taster of all the design technology disciplines, alongside other expressive and creative subjects.

Some examples of projects pupils may be offered are detailed below: 

  • Food: sensory analysis and making of bread 

  • Art Fundamentals: drawing and painting 

  • Computing: designing a water park 

  • Alfresco Art: outdoor art activities linked to artists such as Antony Gormley 

  • Textiles: making wall hangings 

  • Drama: script writing and performance 

  • Resistant Materials: making a moving toy, wind spinners and key rings 

  • Exploring Colour: exploring colour and its use in artwork 

  • Clay Work: inspired by artists such as Georgia O'Keefe