At GCSE pupils are expected to work on a coursework element over 4 terms to produce a final outcome and accompanying sheets which document their approach
to this theme. This is worth 60% of their overall mark. The remainder of the course involves an exam in the form of an Externally Set Assignment which
permits pupils to prepare for 8-12 weeks prior to an 8 hour exam.
AS and A2 involves a similar format of coursework and ESA over one academic year with the same mark allocations. These overall processes encourage pupils
to build on the technical skills taught throughout their art education but also to become independent learners. Art teaches pupils to look carefully
at the world around them, consider their place in that world and develop a visual language to express their ideas and opinions about this relationship.
Many students go on to Foundation Courses, or straight to Degrees, which include, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Fashion, Animation, Architectureand Digital
Media Design.