Creative arts is mandatory for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.
In creative arts, students discover a variety of art forms through a study of dance, drama, music and visual arts where they learn to appreciate, compose, listen, make and perform.
Each art form has its own unique knowledge and skills, elements or concepts as well as a capacity to inspire and enrich lives.
Education in the Creative Arts plays a vital role in fostering students' lifelong engagement with visual arts, music, drama, and dance. This education empowers students to actively participate in and contribute to cultural life, equipping them to become informed consumers of arts and culture. It encourages empathy towards others and opens their minds to a variety of potential career paths. Furthermore, the Creative Arts curriculum provides students with valuable opportunities to appreciate and respect the perspectives of diverse social and cultural groups, individuals with varying religious beliefs, and those with disabilities. Additionally, it promotes an understanding and appreciation of the different viewpoints held by both females and males, enriching their overall educational experience.
In Visual Arts, students enhance their knowledge, skills, and understanding by creating artworks that are inspired by their explorations of the world around them. This process involves investigating various subject matters, experimenting with different expressive forms, and considering the audience that will engage with their creations. Additionally, students cultivate their ability to appreciate both their own artistic expressions and those of others. They learn to identify connections between artists, their artworks, and the audiences that experience them, as well as to understand how these elements reflect and interpret the world.
In Music, students build their knowledge, skills, and understanding through the performance of diverse musical styles that span various time periods and cultural backgrounds. They engage in activities such as singing, playing instruments, and moving to music, which helps them to express themselves artistically. Additionally, they learn to organise sound into musical compositions by applying fundamental musical concepts. Beyond performance, students also enhance their abilities to listen critically and engage in discussions about their own musical creations as well as those of their peers. This exploration fosters a deeper appreciation for the rich tapestry of music and its cultural significance.
In Drama, students enhance their knowledge, skills, and understanding through collaborative creation of dramatic works. They do this by stepping into various roles and crafting imagined scenarios that are influenced by the fundamental elements of drama. Additionally, they engage in the performance of drama by immersing themselves in different dramatic forms. This process not only allows them to hone their abilities in creating and performing but also enables them to cultivate an appreciation for their own dramatic creations as well as those of their peers.
In Dance, students cultivate their knowledge, skills, and understanding by composing original dances that incorporate the essential elements and contexts of the art form. They engage in the performance of their own creations as well as dances from various cultures and historical periods. Through this process, students not only refine their choreographic and performance abilities but also enhance their appreciation for their own dance works and those created by others.
