BELFAST HIGH SCHOOL
ART & DESIGN
The Art Department is committed to nurturing individual creativity, encouraging pupils to explore and express their unique perspectives.
Through developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, we empower pupils to become confident, innovative learners.
Our curriculum prepares young people for an ever evolving world where creativity and innovation are essential for success.
Head of Department
Mr P O'Labhradha BA Fine and Applied Art PGCE
Teaching Staff
Miss N Atkinson BA Fine and Applied Art PGCE
Technical Support
Miss N Cole BDes MA
CURRICULUM
Key Stage 3
All pupils from Years 8-10 are given the opportunity to experience and improve their skills using a wide variety of media including Drawing and Painting, Ceramics, Print Making, Textiles and Three Dimensional Materials. These experiences provide pupils with opportunities for observing, recording, imagining, designing, creating, communicating, appreciating and evaluating.
GCSE
At GCSE, pupils follow the CCEA GCSE specification. Pupils begin in Year 11 with an experimental portfolio where they explore the diverse range of materials available to artists including ceramics, acrylics and various forms of print making. At Year 12, pupils develop their own artistic project based on an examination brief released by CCEA.
A Level
At A Level, pupils follow the CCEA specification. Pupils begin with an Experimental Portfolio where they engage in high level artistic workshops including oil painting, paper clay ceramics and lithography printmaking. Pupils also engage on various trips including the RUA exhibition in the Ulster Museum and a tour of Dublin’s galleries.
Co-curricular Activities
Pupils can enjoy a fun filled range of ceramic and craft projects hosted by the Art Department with new projects beginning every term. Projects have included making Christmas decorations, Halloween tea lights and spring strawberry planters allowing pupils to put skills learned in the classroom to further creative use.