Aesthetics
Discover how GMS(P)'s Aesthetics programme nurtures students through Art and Music, building skills and a lifelong love for the Arts.
Vision
To be inspired by Values to Grow. Lead. Serve. with Joy through the Arts
Mission
To inspire Minds, Nurture Character and Touch Community through the Arts
Overview
Aesthetics for GeMs at GMS(P) aims to provide opportunities to inspire our students to discover their strengths, interests and talents and cultivate a life-long enjoyment and involvement in the Arts. The Aesthetics Curriculum not only inculcates in every student an appreciation and love for the Arts but also enables them to apply knowledge and skills, including 21 Century Competencies, as they create (CAIT), work in groups and with technology (CCIT) and learn more about local and global arts culture (CGC), acquired to reach out and touch the class and school community.
Approaches to Aesthetics
Art Learning Experience
Fun Music Learning Experience
Aesthetics for GeMs provide the following ARTSperience for every student and platforms for them to exhibit and showcase their artworks and performances:
List of Levels against Art and Music Learning Experiences
Level | Art Learning Experiences through See, Express, Appreciate | Music Learning Experiences through Listen, Create, Perform |
P1 to P6 | 2D & 3D Art Forms | Voice, Untuned instruments, Tuned Instruments (i.e. P1 – resonator bells, P2 – Handbells, P6 - Cajon) |
P3 | Mosaic Making | Recorder Part 1 & Keyboard Part 1 |
P4 | P.R.A.I.S.E.@ My Singapura – Museum Based Learning integrating Social Studies (My Singapore) and English (Oracy) | Recorder Part 2, Ukulele Part 1, Garageband |
P5 | Ceramics | Ukulele Part 2, Keyboard Part 2, Garageband |
P6 | Batik | Ensemble Playing incorporating all the above instruments |