Art Age Related Expectations

Development Matters in Reception

Explore, use and refine a variety of artistic effects to express their ideas and feelings. Return to and build on their previous learning, refining ideas and developing their ability to represent them. Create collaboratively, sharing ideas, resources and skills.

Watch and talk about dance and performance art, expressing their feelings and responses.

Rec ELG

Fine Motor Skills ELG

Children at the expected level of development will:

• Hold a pencil effectively in preparation for fluent writing – using the tripod grip in almost all cases;

• Use a range of small tools, including scissors, paint brushes and cutlery;

• Begin to show accuracy and care when drawing.

The Natural World ELG

Children at the expected level of development will:

• Explore the natural world around them, making observations and drawing pictures of animals and plants;

Expressive Arts and Design Creating with Materials ELG

Children at the expected level of development will:

• Safely use and explore a variety of materials, tools and techniques, experimenting with colour, design, texture, form, and function;

• Share their creations, explaining the process they have used;

• Make use of props and materials when role playing characters in narratives and stories.