On 6 December, students studying A Level Art, Photography and Textiles visited three major art galleries in London: the Victoria and Albert Museum, Photographers’ Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery.

This enabled students to see, and appreciate, high-end art and support them in completing their coursework to a higher level with a critical understanding (particularly important for Assessment Object 1) that looks to see connections made between artists’ and student’s work.

Students enjoyed the exhibitions and were able to take photographs of the exhibits and the building. At the National Portrait Gallery the students saw the Permanent Collection and enjoyed the exciting opportunity to see the Francis Bacon Exhibition.

With specific tasks set, based on their subject area, for all three galleries, it ensured students were able to make the most of their time in London and then be able to show a sophisticated level of primary research in their coursework projects.