Artists in Schools - Inception Report - FINAL

Overview

The “Artists in Schools Project” is a direct response to the lack, or perceived lack, of quality arts and culture educators and comprehensive education in most of South Africa’s public schools. Even though many self-employed arts practitioners have committed themselves to sharing their skills and knowledge in their communities, the potential role of Artists in School (AiS) may not effectively be realised. This is due to skills gaps on the part of artists and educators. There is also a lack of awareness of the potential role and value of arts and culture on the part of schools.

The development of interventions throughout the education system to ensure measures to provide basic resources in schools; support and develop the skills of educators; ensure access for learners to all that the sector has to offer; identify and develop talent; influence choice of career path; develop appreciation and therefore audiences.

• • Both DBE and DAC acknowledge that AET is dual mandate (Outcome 1 and 14).
  • Implementation of creative arts in the schools is not as efficient and effective as it should.
  • Insufficient supply of qualified and competent creative arts teachers in the schooling system.
  • Artists in Schools project which can assist in the implementation of the creative arts subject is not fully support supported.
  • Lack of coordination and collaboration among the key stakeholders.