Painting in EYFS
Painting provides children with vast amounts of learning such as developing their fine pincer grip or learning about colour mixing.
Painting is a great way for children to communicate their thoughts either verbally or in the marks they make.
Children can often feel more confident in showing their feelings and experiences through their marks instead of talking.
At Swinemoor we offer a range of painting opportunities from painting to express their own ideas and thoughts at the easel to developing fine motor control through painting in the outlines of images linked to topics we have covered.
Children are encouraged to select their own equipment and to clean these away once they have finished.
As they progress through the year children are encouraged to talk about their designs and their colour choices as well as thinking about the size, shape and texture of the equipment they have chosen to use.
Examples of ‘Painting’
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”