Page 4 - Art Auditing the Intent, Implementation and Impact of the Art Curriculum

Intent of the Art Curriculum

Response Evidence Any Action Required?

What is the rationale behind the art © Focus Education Ltd. 4
curriculum in the school? e.g. is it
taught as a discrete subject or
thematically? Why has this been
decided?

How does it reflect the school
context and the specific needs of the
pupils?
Consider their starting points on entry
e.g. PD in EYFS can affect their use of
paint brushes etc; CLL impacts on
vocabulary related to art lessons

How does the art curriculum reflect
the schools aims and values /
mission statement?

Are all relevant staff and governors
aware of the rationale and aims of
the art curriculum?

e.g. do staff know how the art
curriculum has been developed to
ensure a breadth of learning and
links with music and drama?

Do long term and medium term
plans show clear progression in the
sequencing of artistic concepts and
subject knowledge?
How does this bridge the gap
between the EYFS curriculum and
KS1 programme of study?

Is progression clearly based on the
NC programmes of study for each