May 17
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May 17
We were thrilled to receive confirmation of our prestigious Arts Mark Gold status this week, recognising our excellent arts provision in school. Artsmark is Art Council Englands flagship programme to enable schools and other organisations to evaluate, strengthen and celebrate their arts and cultural provision. It is delivered by Trinity College London and has the support of the Department for Education, Department for Culture, Media and Sport, and OFSTED. You will soon see our framed certificate and plaque on display! We are one of only a few primary/preparatory schools in Kent to have received Artsmark Gold status and are justly proud of this achievement.
While talking of the arts, we are also piloting the Arts Award with a few children this term with a view to participating fully during the next academic year. This is also run by Trinity College, London and is a great way for children to be inspired and enjoy the arts. It provides a framework for learning new skills and sharing them, and developing creativity and leadership skills. We have trained members of staff to become Arts Award advisers and will provide more information at the beginning of the next academic year, once our pilot has been completed and evaluated.