Art & CDE

FACULTY OF ART & DESIGN, CDE

Staff
Art, Design, Photography

Ross Thomson – Curriculum Leader

Erica Catala – Teacher

Jackson Crawford – Teacher

Anna CullenĀ – Teacher

Claire Duguid – Teacher

Craft, Design and Engineering

Johnny Ross – Teacher

Phil Dobson – Teacher

Clare Spinks – Teacher

Fraser Hunter – Teacher

Tony Henderson – Technician

In Art, Design and Photography we aim to provide for all pupils a range of experiences which are varied, stimulating and educationally valid. Courses cater for all levels of ability and be appropriate to the aspirations and needs of disparate groups. At all times pupils will be encouraged to work to their full potential in an environment which is sympathetic, supportive and very much concerned with the individual. Self-reliance and self-discipline will be promoted as an integral factor in achieving success at all levels.
The CDE department offers a stimulating work environment for our students with a variety of well-resourced classrooms and workshops that encourages pupils to learn through the process of prototyping, experimenting, manufacturing and evaluating. At N5 and Higher pupils have the opportunity to undertake projects tailored to their interests whilst developing their understanding of the world of design, manufacturing and engineering. Courses highlight the issue of sustainability within society and our responsibly to design and live in a way that meets the needs of the current generation without compromising future generations ability to do so.