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’
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
“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 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.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
“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.”
“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
“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.”
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
“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.”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that 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.”
“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“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.”