Textiles
“Once upon a time there was a room in a school where girls were taught to sew, it was called needlework….” Dawn Foxall, 2020
Textiles education has evolved dramatically over the past 30 years. Consumers now live in an on-demand world that routinely delivers elevated levels of instant convenience. Within textiles and fashion, these fast fashion models of consumption have encouraged huge volumes of waste which is no longer sustainable. We must now educate our students to design in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, whilst also equipping them with the necessary practical and creative thinking skills to make a significant contribution to the future Fashion and Textiles industry.
Fashion is a crucial aspect of our economy and innovation is essential for the future of textiles. We have high expectations that all students should be ambitious in their work and demand deeper thought and critical reflection through our curriculum. Our curriculum allows students dedicated time, specialist teachers and extensive equipment to experiment and develop their ideas. The Fashion Pathway that we offer to all key stages further prepares students to be in the best position to apply for Fashion and Textiles higher education courses. We are preparing the next generation of fashion and textile designers.
Minimum Entry Criteria
Desired: 7 in Textiles or Art
Essential: 6 in Textiles or Art
Board
AQA
Outline of the Course
- Mini project Year 12
- Unit 1: Personal Investigation (coursework 60%)
- Unit 2: Externally set assignment (practical exam 40%)
Assessment
Assessment is through weekly individual tutorials and formal assessments at a number of points in the year. Students are given work schedules to help assist the planning of their independent work. Students are expected to keep up with the schedules to enable them to gain the highest grades. The school provides the basic equipment and materials for the students to succeed. Students are required to provide A1 mount boards and any additional materials above and beyond the basic requirements they wish to purchase.
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Please note that the A Level work is assessed holistically across each unit |
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Type of Assessment |
Duration |
Weighting |
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1 |
NEA Unit Sketchbooks and progress assessment Individual samples and progress tutorials Sample Boards completed Critical essay written Final make |
Easter Year 12 – |
60% |
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2 |
Exam Unit Sketchbooks and progress assessment Individual samples and progress tutorials Sample Boards complete 15 hour practical exam |
February Year 13 March/April Year 13 March/April Year 13 May Year 13 |
40% |
Bridging Task - TextilesSixth Form Programme of Courses
