In the world of textiles, every thread tells a story. 

– Unknown  

Textiles Curriculum Intent Statement 

During the Art - Textiles course, the students will explore a variety of textile techniques ranging from weaving, knitting, hand appliquéing, machine embroidery, print and dyeing techniques. While they consider elements, such as colour, line, texture, pattern, shape, composition, structure and form. 

During KS3 the students have a year theme such as: Cornish coastal path, Colours & patterns of India or based on an artist. They work through the theme and create a finished piece. The lessons are guided and varied to ensure that every student can succeed. 

During KS4 the students deep dive into the world of textiles with a more detailed look at artists, designers and art movements for stimulus and context. They will visit galleries and locations relevant to their theme.  

They are encouraged to take creative risks and learn through mistakes, as well as enjoy and include happy accidents by self-reflection and refinement.

They may present their outcome as a functional or non-functorial outcome such as a wall hanging, cushion cover, textile sculpture or garment. 

Students develop their abilities to draw and then create patterns to work from. They grow in confidence through being guided through creating mini-experimental outcomes before finally producing personal independent responses.

Focused Curriculum Contextual Routines

• Visualiser  
• Reading  
• Independent develop  
• Peer learning through – turn and talk  
• Modelling 

Additional Opportunities Beyond the Classroom

• Links with Plymouth University 
• Textiles industry and fashion 
• The students exhibit their work alongside Art students at local galleries