CPD Provider: Magic Lantern

Workshop/Course Themes & Tags: Art; Art History; Visual Learning; Visual Literacy

Who is your CPD aimed at?: EYFS Practitioners, Key Stage 1 Practitioners, Key Stage 2 Practitioners, SEN Practitioners, Subject Leaders, Senior Leaders, Teaching Assistants & Support Staff

Can your CPD be delivered to practitioners online?: Yes

What delivery methods are available?: INSET, Twilight Sessions, Staff Meetings, Weekday Course

Delivery Location: Online & Parts of England: Greater London, Kent, Essex, Durham, Gateshead, Middlesborough, Newcastle, Devon, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Oxfordshire

CPD/INSET Course Summary: 

Discover why Art History is important in primary schools:

• See how art history can help open up the entire school curriculum

• Help raise your confidence in introducing children to art

• Further your understanding of how art history can help children make cross-curricular connections and encourage them to connect different cultures and ideas

• Investigate how exploring art can help children develop their skills including oracy, visual literacy, empathy, communication, observation, problem solving, critical thinking and confidence

The Workshop will include:

• Practical case studies of artworks from UK galleries and museums

• A range of interactive strategies to engage children with art and fire up their imagination

• Ideas for follow-on art & design, literacy and drama work

• Resources for further study for children and teachers

Additional Information: 

Magic Lantern is an award-winning educational charity that brings art history to primary schools. Our interactive and inclusive classroom-based workshops complement the entire school curriculum, give children the opportunity to explore, discuss and bring to life famous artworks and help them develop a range of skills. We can help schools prepare for gallery visits and art weeks and are an official Artsmark Partner.

Our CPD workshops vary in price depending on the school's need and start at £100.