Art Attack Club – Off to a Creative Start!
We are thrilled to share the exciting launch of our brand new Art Attack Club here at St. Joseph’s Primary! Our very first session took place on Monday 14th April, and we were absolutely blown away by the turnout – almost the entire school came along to get creative!
The club, led by the wonderfully talented Diana Hamilton and Donna Westbrook, provided an afternoon packed with imagination, colour, and hands-on fun.
Our Primary 1–4 pupils enjoyed exploring a new technique using carbon paper to create some brilliant drawings. It was a brand-new experience for many of them, and the results were absolutely fantastic.
Meanwhile, our Primary 5–7 pupils used a similar method to transfer their own designs and writing onto new aprons – which they then decorated with paint. These aprons will be worn proudly throughout the rest of the Art Attack sessions, and we can’t wait to see them used again in future creative adventures!
It was wonderful to see everybody getting involved, supporting one another, and really embracing the creative process. There was a real buzz in the room, and so much talent on display!
Due to the huge popularity of the club, we’re excited to announce that Art Attack will now run over two separate days, giving both age groups their own dedicated time and allowing even more focused creative fun. The sessions will be slightly shorter but packed with just as much creativity and enjoyment.
A huge thank you to Diana and Donna for giving up their time and sharing their skills – this club is clearly a hit already, and we can’t wait to see what the children create next!
Watch this space for more arty updates soon!
UNCRC Articles (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child)
- Article 12 – Right to express views and be listened to
- Article 13 – Right to freedom of expression (including creativity)
- Article 15 – Right to freedom of association and to join groups
- Article 29 – Education should develop every child’s talents and abilities
- Article 31 – Right to rest, play, and take part in cultural and artistic activities
UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-Being
- Goal 4 – Quality Education
- Goal 10 – Reduced Inequalities
- Goal 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities (promoting inclusive participation and community activities)
- Goal 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production (linked to creative reuse of materials)
SHANARRI Indicators
- Safe – Supported and supervised in a safe, nurturing environment
- Healthy – Positive mental well-being through creativity and self-expression
- Achieving – Developing skills, talents, and confidence through art
- Nurtured – Encouraged, praised, and included
- Active – Engaged in hands-on, energetic learning
- Respected – Voices and ideas valued in group settings
- Responsible – Taking care of materials, sharing, and contributing positively
- Included – Every pupil welcome, involved, and celebrated
Meta-skills
Self-Management:
- Focusing – Concentrating on artwork
- Initiative – Making creative decisions independently
- Integrity – Taking care of shared resources and space
Social Intelligence:
- Communicating – Sharing ideas, giving feedback
- Collaborating – Working with peers on shared tasks
- Feeling – Supporting others and celebrating their work
Innovation:
- Curiosity – Exploring new techniques (e.g. carbon paper)
- Creativity – Designing unique pieces and aprons
- Sense-making – Understanding how different tools and methods work together
Strands of Faith
- In the Image of God – celebrating the God-given creativity of each child
- Signs of God – using art to explore and express spiritual meaning and beauty
- Hours of God – engaging in joyful and purposeful time with others in a faith community.
