A message for our Year 7 parents and carers:

Year 7 Meet the Tutor Evening.

This event provides an opportunity for you to meet your child's form tutor, who will be supporting them throughout the academic year. It is also a chance to find out how your child has settled into Year 7, learn more about life at The Portsmouth Academy, and ask any questions you may have about the year ahead.

  • Session 1: 3:30pm to 4:15pm
  • Session 2: 4:15pm to 5:00pm

Allergy Awareness:

To help keep all pupils safe, please ensure the school has up-to-date information about any allergies your child may have. Accurate allergy information enables us to put appropriate support plans in place, train staff effectively, and respond quickly in an emergency. We all have a part to play in creating a safe environment, including following our nut-aware policy and being mindful of the food brought into school. If your child has an allergy, please contact the school or update their details via Arbor. Be Allergy Aware Posters for AAW25

Art

Learning in Art

Art and design embodies human creativity and expression.  The department has developed a curriculum that will engage, inspire and challenge students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment invent and create their own works of art and design.

As the students progress, they are taught to develop their thinking to allow a more rigorous understanding of art and design. They should also know how art and design both reflect and shape our history, and contribute to the culture, creativity and wealth of our nation.

Students develop and reinforce their understanding and practical skills using a variety of materials, techniques and artists. Through experimentation pupils explore a selection of topics that allow them to think and develop creative ideas.

Department Team:

  • Curriculum Lead – Mrs Preston
  • Mrs Newsham
  • Mrs J Wood
  • Ms Bolton - HLTA

Year 7 Knowledge Organisers

Term 1

Term 2

Term 3

Term 4 & 5

Curriculum Intent and Overview

Curriculum Intent

Curriculum Overview

Year 8 Knowledge Organisers

Term 1

Term 2 & 3

Term 4 & 5

Term 6

Year 9 Knowledge Organisers

Textiles

Photography

Fauves

Ceramics

Printing

KS4 Knowledge Organisers

Art: Chosen Theme

Art: Natural Forms

Photography: Portraiture

Photography: Shadow and Contrast