A complete marking scheme for Key Stage 3. This resource provides cross referencing between letter grades (A, B, C...), numeric grades and the previous National Curriculum Levels. The resource also provides projected GCSE grades based on KS3 levels. This resource could also be modified for use in other subjects.

It's nearly the end of the academic year and now is a wonderful time to ask students to think about the progress that they have made. What went well? Which areas need a bit more attention? What have the enjoyed? And what aspects of school life would they like to get even better? This questionnaire provides a sheet of student friendly questions to help guide their consideration of the year past. This resource is provided as a word document so that it can be easily edited, amended and added to. Enjoy the summer break when it finally arrives!

The European Football Tournament has started. Join the celebrations by allowing your students to design their own football kit. They can use the templates provided to add patterns and colours. Perhaps they would like to design a new kit for their own team or simply add colour to represent their chosen nation? An ideal activity for form time or simply as a bit of fun at the end of a busy day. Suitable for KS2 and KS3. Whichever team you and your students are supporting, good luck and enjoy the tournament!

A step by step guide for students and teachers, walking through the development of a GCSE Art sketchbook that addresses all the Assessment Objectives. If students follow the instructions they WILL fulfil the requirements of the GCSE Art course. This resource focusses on covering the Assessment Objectives and helps students see how their work can evolve. An invaluable resource for all students. This resource also provides the teacher with a clear methodology for fully covering the Assessment Objectives. The theme is "Structures" and encompasses painting, drawing, sculpture and construction work. Also guides the student through critical and contextual studies, observational drawing, photography and media experimentation. Written using clear, student friendly language. Over 30 instructional slides.

This is a step by step guide to developing a sketchbook. A useful support document for those students who are struggling to cover the Assessment Objectives. The focus of this guide is "Natural Forms", but it could easily be amended to accommodate alternative themes. An editable version of the resource is included. If you have any questions about the resource please tweet Mael @maelhmatthews. We would be happy to answer your questions.

17 pages of editable report comments for A level Art. Fully aligned to the Assessment Objectives. Suitable for both AQA and EdExcel courses. A full range of student ability covered.

New for 2018. This document provides clear advice on how to prepare for an interview and how to perform well once at interview. Ideal for use with students going for job or university interviews. Also quite useful for teachers trying to get a new job. The resource is easy to print and so can be used as a hand-out during form time or careers lessons.

This Art lesson plan introduces students to tone through drawing. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This is lesson 1 in a series of Art lessons. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer.The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This Art lesson plan continues to introduce students to three dimensional art from different cultures. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This is lesson 15 in a series of Art lessons. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer. The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This fully editable letter outlines the importance of Component 2 preparatory work (GCSE and A level Art) to parents and asks for their support in encouraging their child to progress their work over the Easter holiday. Sending it out to parents before the Easter break might just help keep students motivated whilst we are not there to nag them!

GCSE Art students will soon be undertaking their 10 hour art exam. This printable handout provides prompts which encourage students to consider how they have developed their ideas and how they have linked them to observations, the work of artists, media experimentation and use of techniques. It also encourages students to think carefully about what they still need to do before the exam day and what materials and prepping is needed before exam time starts. Each prompt provides space for students to write down their thoughts. This 6 page document can then be stuck into their sketchbooks to provide further evidence to the visiting moderator that there is a clear “creative journey” and that clear links have also been made to the four Assessment Objectives. This handout has been used effectively in an Ofsted Outstanding Art department.

Great fun at the end of term. Get kids colouring with these beautiful original designs. Also many children and adults suffer from stress and anxiety at times. An over busy brain makes it difficult to concentrate on tasks and the feelings associated with anxiety can cause distress and further anxiety. Recent research suggests that activities which focus the mind without being overly taxing can help break the cycle of worry and anxiety and can help calm the busy mind. One such activity is colouring. This resource provides 40 original hand drawn kaleidoscopic images. The repetitive nature of the patterns is intentional, encouraging the individual to settle into a calming routine. Drawings range in complexity, making it a suitable resource for all age groups, including adults. I hope that enjoyment and a sense of calm at the end of term can be found by using this resource.

GREAT ART LESSONS! Three linked lesson plans for Key Stage 3 that introduce students to portraiture. Students are then led through a range of techniques and processes in the development of their own portraiture. Each lesson includes differentiation, materials lists, homework, student friendly support sheet and clear guidance. 12 pages in total.

A level Art. A support document for A Level Art students to help them decide on a theme or topic for Component 1. Suitable for Art and Design, Fine Art, Photography, Textiles and 3D Design. Component 1 is a Personal Investigation and it is important that they choose a starting point that is gong to keep their interest and allow them to clearly meet the Assessment Objectives. This resource provides example starting points, reminds students about the Assessment Objectives and offers a structured approach to getting started with Component 1. Also included is a student friendly explanation of the Assessment Objectives which will help them ensure that they are meeting them through their preparatory work. Written with the AQA specification in mind, but equally suited to EdExcel.

13 linked lessons introducing students to landscape art. Ideal for delivery to Year 7, 8 or 9 students. Clear explanations for the teacher along with materials lists, homework suggestions, thinking skills, artist references and more.