Aesthetics

Focus and Beliefs

The Aesthetics department strives to cultivate a vibrant arts culture where students inspire and learn from one another, celebrating each child’s creative expression. We aim to provide every student with opportunities to collaborate, grow, and thrive together through the learning, creation, and appreciation of diverse forms of the arts.

In addition to the MOE Art and Music Syllabus, our students also build essential 21st-century skills and attitudes by inspiring thinking, connection, communication and confidence through the following Art & Music programmes:

Programmes

Art & Music Programmes

Level	Programme Name
Primary 1-6	ArtMuse Exhibition Our ArtMuse Exhibition showcases and celebrates the success of our Valorians’ Art and Music journey of the year. It also provides a platform for art appreciation. ArtMuse Week We celebrate a week of Art & Music with fun-filled recess activities that promotes mental wellness and collaborative learning. ArtMuse Assembly We invite practicing artists and musicians from our local scene to share about different music genres and art styles, inspiring students to learn and connect our subject matter to real-world applications.

Level

Programme Name

Primary 1-6

ArtMuse Exhibition
Our ArtMuse Exhibition showcases and celebrates the success of our Valorians’ Art and Music journey of the year. It also provides a platform for art appreciation.

ArtMuse Week
We celebrate a week of Art & Music with fun-filled recess activities that promotes mental wellness and collaborative learning.

ArtMuse Assembly
We invite practicing artists and musicians from our local scene to share about different music genres and art styles, inspiring students to learn and connect our subject matter to real-world applications.

Art Programmes

Level	Programme Name
Primary 1-6	Little Artist Students use the Valour Primary customised sketchbook and learn techniques to art journaling. Art Companion Booklets Supplementary bite-size art activities for students extending beyond the MOE Art Syllabus.
Primary 1 and 2	Art Outdoor Learning Students learn to translate basic visual qualities from naturalistic environment to drawings through observations.
Primary 3 - 6	Tech-Enhanced Art Modules Learn about soundscape through various creative ways to the scene of a Cantonese Opera. (P3) Use of iPad apps to create fonts and background that represents their personality. (P4) Use of FlipaClip to introduce animation (P4) Use of ProCreate to create GIFs (P5) Learn new ways of photography with an array of multimedia tools (P6) Use of FlipaClip to create storyboard animation about their favourite school memories (P6)
Primary 4	Museum-based Learning Students embark on a 10-week Museum programme where they learn in-depth about museums and galleries. They learn different ways of looking at art and go on art trails to the National Gallery Singapore to learn more about our pioneer artists.
Primary 5	Ceramics Students embark on an 8-week Ceramics module to learn the basics of pottery which include pinching, coiling and joining techniques. They learn about the different firing process and also hands-on experience of glazing their final art work.

Music Programmes

Level	Programme Name
Primary 1 - 6	Music Companion Booklets Supplementary music activities for students complementing the MOE Music Syllabus.
Primary 1 and 2	Music Culture Our school’s music program celebrates Singapore's rich musical heritage, immersing students in local music culture. Music Instrumentation Programme Students will explore classroom percussion instruments for rhythm and coordination, resonator bells for pitch recogonition and music theory, and boom whackers for fun, vibrant rhythm practice. These activities promote collaboration, listening skills, and a love for music. Digital Music Our new P2 program, Osmo Jam, introduces students to the world of digital music creation. Osmo Jam offers an interactive and hands-on approach, allowing students to experiment with different sounds, rhythms, and melodies, fostering creativity and digital literacy.
Primary 3 and 4	Music Culture Our school’s music program offers a dynamic exploration of both ASEAN and Western music cultures. This program promotes cultural appreciation, creativity, and a deeper understanding of the diverse musical traditions from both regions. Music Instrumentation Programme There is a variety of instruments to engage students in musical learning. P3 students will explore the ukulele and learn traditional rhythms with the kompang and angklung. In P4, students will dive into Orff Instruments, like xylophones, to explore melody and rhythm, while also developing piano skills, music theory, and composition through the keyboard program.
Primary 5 and 6	Music Culture Our school’s music program explores world and local music cultures, allowing students to experience diverse musical traditions from around the globe. Music Instrumentation Programme Students will learn fundamental rhythms and techniques on the Cajon, discovering how to produce distinctive sounds. This instrument promotes rhythm development, teamwork, and creativity, offering a fun and interactive way for students to engage with music. Digital Music Our school’s Digital Music Program introduces students to music production using GarageBand. Students will dive into sound design, composition, and track creation with GarageBand’s user-friendly tools. They can explore advanced features such as automated mixing and personalized sound recommendations, enhancing their creative experience.