Art
“Folkestone is an art school; Cheriton Primary School is an art school as well.”
It is our vision at Cheriton Primary School to unlock every child’s creative potential.
We want them to succeed, be proud and celebrate their achievements. It is our belief that every child is an artist: we are all born creators. Each of us sees the world in different ways, through different eyes and this should be encouraged.
“Art is not what you see but what you make others see.” Degas.
We wish to instil a “have a go” attitude, understanding that you cannot fail in art. We want to encourage our children to think outside the box, channelling their own self-expression. Creativity brings many rewards, including developing the senses, fine motor skills, vocabulary and better wellbeing. We aim to nurture an artistic, creative atmosphere in our school. We are very lucky to be supported by our creative community and we foster strong links with local artists, including parents, local schools/colleges and local trips. It is important for our children to realise that art doesn’t just happen in the classroom.
“Art has a role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else.” -Sydney Gusewitz Clemens.
We envisage a school where art is part of a well-rounded curriculum.
We intend to provide a range of integrated experiences, carefully planned to enhance topics, encouraging better outcomes for all.
Art Lead: Mr Davies
