The philosophy of the Art Department at Marlborough School is to develop the ability to communicate visually, to provide a knowledge of techniques and artistic heritage and to inspire confidence in the subject.
We aim to provide a creative and artistic environment so that all pupils reach their full potential in this subject.
The Art and Design area forms part of the Performing Arts faculty. Learning is project based, allowing a development of ideas and techniques.
Students are taught a range of techniques for drawing and painting, print making and three dimensional work. Work becomes increasingly challenging as students progress through the year.
Lessons are firmly linked to the National Curriculum for Art.
Homework is set regularly and is used to practise and reinforce the skills learnt in the classroom.
We have high standards and have achieved some excellent GCSE and A level results. We have a number of students who gain places at art college purely on the strengths of their portfolio of art work. This year we held a very successful private view for students examination work. This has raised the profile of the Art Department within the county. This year we also gained £800 worth of computer equipment when year 9 won an illustration competition.
We take trips to various art galleries in London and the surrounding area. This Autumn we plan to take students to the Tate Gallery, Royal Academy and the Hayward Gallery.
We encourage students to spend lunch times in the Art Department where they can further develop their artistic skills.