Arts

Art

The Art framework in CHIJ OLQP aims to meet the needs of our students beyond academic achievement, contributing to the social, emotional and holistic development through art and craft. In fostering the artistic development of students, our school has a structured 3-tier approach in promoting a wide variety of artistic activities, appreciation and artistic excellence among our students, anchored on the school values of Truth, Justice, Freedom and Love.

Tier 1: Artistic Literacy for All

Our school’s Art programme is a primary contributor to building a strong foundation for the acquisition of fundamental artistic skills and development of artistic awareness in students. During Art lessons, we use a variety of teaching strategies to bring about the joy of learning art in its many creative forms. We want our students to stay true to themselves as they use this means to express themselves and at the same time develop artistic competence and confidence.

Tier 2: Artistic Encounter and Appreciation

With a strong foundation in artistic literacy acquired in Tier 1, our students can look forward to pursuing their interests through school and level wide programmes that focus on experiencing art making through various mediums. Notable highlights include our annual Think! Contemporary Programme, a museum-based learning experience in collaboration with the Singapore Art Museum, which brings art education to life beyond the classroom.

Tier 3: Artistic Excellence

Under Tier 3, students who are artistically talented can pursue a more advanced level through our Visual Arts CCA Programme as well as other platforms to showcase their talents. Students will be progressively developed to excel and provided with opportunities to participate in competitions and showcases, such as the biennial SYF Art Exhibition and the termly Arts Alive! exhibitions. Additionally, partnerships with People's Association and Singapore Art Museum have created further opportunities to display our students' artworks. These programmes are designed to celebrate and nurture our students' artistic talent, creativity, and unique visual perspectives. Under this tier, they lead by example and serve as an inspiration to all.