In the recent Ofsted research review on art, craft and design, the report states “school leaders need to ensure that they give teachers and subject leaders enough time and support to develop their subject content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge.  If teachers lack this knowledge, they will struggle to provide a rich, subject-specific curriculum that develops pupils’ knowledge and capabilities.”

ArtForms Arts Development can help develop the knowledge and practical skills of your class teachers, through staff twilight sessions available in art and/or D&T.    In previous schools, we have delivered the following areas:

Art, craft and design

• an introduction to art
• sketchbooks
• drawing
• painting
• sculpture

D&T

• an introduction to D&T
• structures
• mechanical systems
• textiles

However, we can also tailor something  to suit the needs of your staff.

Details of how to book, can be found on Leeds for Learning.  If you wish to discuss this, or have any questions, please contact jane.zanzottera@leeds.gov.uk.

 Did you know that ArtForms Arts Development can work with your Art and/or D&T subject leaders to help develop and support your curriculum?  The service is tailored to the needs of your school and can include:

• Strategic visioning and development;
• Art and/or D&T curriculum design and action planning;
• Whole staff training and teacher CPD (knowledge and skills).

Schools can book anything from a twilight to a two day package.  For further information, please visit the Leeds for Learning Store or, for any questions, please get in touch by email: jane.zanzottera@leeds.gov.uk.