Knowledge organiser: Art & design – Y1 Sculpture and 3D

Knowledge organiser: Art & design – Y1 Painting and mixed-media

Knowledge organiser: Art & design: Y1 – Drawing

Knowledge organiser: Art and design – Y1 Craft and design

A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Art and Design, Year 1, Craft and Design.

This resource is designed to support pupils as they explore a range of craft techniques and materials. It introduces vocabulary and practical actions including wrap wool, make a knot, make a plait, cut, thread beads, and weave, along with key terminology such as warp and weft used in textile work. Pupils also learn about artists Judith Scott and Cecilia Vicuña, using their work as inspiration to develop fine motor skills and creativity. The unit provides visual prompts and concise labels to reinforce technique and understanding, making it ideal for building early artistic confidence and craft-based language.

Art and design: National curriculum coverage

Note: The information in this resource can also be accessed online via the Art and design Curriculum portal.

Pre-2026 Art and D&T (revised scheme): Long-term plan

This document offers a combined version of Kapow Primary’s pre-2026 Art and design and Design and technology long-term plans for schools that alternate between the subjects every half term.

This plan has been superseded for those following the 2026 scheme. See here.

Note: Schools must subscribe to both subjects to access all the units outlined in this plan.

Art and design: Progression of skills and knowledge — condensed

Note: The latest progression information can now be found in the Art and design curriculum portal.

Art and design subject audit

This audit is designed to help subject leaders reflect on the intent, implementation, and impact of their Art and design curriculum. Created by former Ofsted inspector Clive Davies OBE, it includes structured questions to support self-evaluation, identify strengths and areas for development, and ensure the subject is inclusive, well-sequenced, and effectively taught across all year groups.