At Taylors Hill Primary School, our Arts program inspires students to create, perform, explore and express their ideas with confidence. In line with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0, all students participate in Visual Arts for two terms and Performing Arts for two terms each year.

Through rich creative experiences, students learn to create and present their own work, respond to the work of others and reflect on their artistic learning. Our program nurtures imagination, collaboration and creative thinking while helping students develop their unique artistic voice.

Visual Arts

Visual Arts provides students with opportunities to experiment, create and respond through a variety of artistic media. Through weekly lessons for one semester each year, students explore the elements of art including colour, line, shape, texture and form.

Students work with a wide range of materials such as:

• Painting
• Drawing
• Clay and sculpture
• Craft
• Collage and mixed media

In our well-resourced art space, students develop their skills, creativity and confidence while learning how to use tools and materials safely and effectively.

Students also explore artworks from Australian and international artists, developing their ability to observe, discuss and respond to art from different cultures and time periods.

Student artwork is proudly displayed throughout the school, transforming our learning spaces into vibrant gallery areas that celebrate creativity and student achievement.

Performing Arts

Our Performing Arts program encourages students to express themselves through music, dance and drama. For one semester each year, students participate in weekly lessons where they create, rehearse, perform and respond to a range of performing arts experiences.

Our Performing Arts space includes a large creative learning area, musical instruments, costumes, props and both indoor and outdoor stages for rehearsals and performances.

Through Performing Arts, students build confidence, collaboration, communication and creative expression.

Music

In Music, students explore the elements of music through singing, playing instruments and composing.

Students have opportunities to:

• Sing and perform songs
• Play percussion and classroom instruments
• Create and arrange their own music
• Explore different musical styles and cultures
• Perform for peers and school audiences

These experiences help students develop both musical understanding and confidence in performance.

Drama

Drama encourages students to use imagination, storytelling and performance to communicate ideas.

Students develop skills in:

• Voice and movement
• Improvisation and role-play
• Characterisation and acting
• Script reading and writing
• Using props and costumes

Through collaborative performances and creative play, students build confidence, empathy and strong communication skills.

Dance

Dance and movement support students to explore rhythm, coordination and expressive movement.

Students learn to:

• Explore the elements of dance
• Choreograph and perform dance sequences
• Interpret music through movement
• Work collaboratively with peers

Students also experience dance traditions from around the world, developing an appreciation for different cultures and styles.

Performances and Celebrations

Carols Concert

Our annual Carols Concert in December is a much-loved community event where students come together to sing, perform and celebrate the joy of music.

Students rehearse and perform a festive song on stage with their peers, sharing their talents with families and friends. It is always a wonderful celebration of creativity, collaboration and school spirit.