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The essence of Ridley's approach to creativity and artistic expression is development of the whole child to form the foundation for a flourishing life. Central to this vision is a broad arts programme which fosters artistic capabilities and an awareness of how art can enrich life.
Throughout their school experience, students are encouraged to pursue creative and artistic activities. Some participate in creative co-curricular activities and many continue to study the arts as part of their curriculum in their senior years.
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We deliver on [our] mission through offering a wide range of arts programming delivered by subject specialists.
Duane Nickerson, Director of the Arts
Our arts programme is supported by world-class educators and facilities and our Music, Drama, Visual and Media Arts programmes are some of the best in the country.
[Art] enhances my ability to observe and to reflect on the world around me. [It] also trains me to be a better learner, in terms of finding alternative pathways to solve problems.
Helen '17, IB Visual Art student
| Kindergarten | Music | Visual Art | |
| Grade 1 | Music | Visual Art | |
| Grade 2 | Music | Visual Art | |
| Grade 3 | Music | Visual Art | |
| Grade 4 | Music | Visual Art | |
| Grade 5 | Music | Visual Art | |
| Grade | Strings | Band | Visual Art |
| Grade 7 | Strings | Band | Visual Arts & Design |
| Grade 8 | Strings | Band | Visual Arts & Design |
| Grade 9 | Strings | Band | Visual Arts & Design |
| Digital Media Art | |||
| Grade 10 | Strings | Band | Visual Arts & Design |
| Drama | Design | Media Art |
| Grade 11 | Instrumental Music | Vocal Music | IB1 Music | IB1 Theatre | IB1 Visual Art | Visual Art | IB1 Technological Design | IB1 Film |
| Grade 12 | Instrumental Music | IB2 Music | IB2 Theatre | IB2 Visual Art | Visual Art | IB2 Technological Design | IB2 Film |
| Music Lessons | Grades K-8 | Year Long |
| Violin Club | Grades 1-4 | Year Long |
| Outdoor Art Club | Grades 2-3 | Term 1 |
| Junior Choir | Grades 3-4 | Terms 2, 3 |
| Christmas Concert Production | Grades 4-6 | Terms 1, 2 |
| Junior Orchestra | Grades 4-6 | Terms 2, 3 |
| Intermediate Choir | Grades 5-8 | Year Long |
| Intermediate Art Club | Grades 7-8 | Term 2 |
| Cadet Band | Grades 7-8 | Year Long |
| Dramatic Production | Grades 7-8 | Terms 2, 3 |
| Rock Band | Grades 7-8 | Year Long |
| Working with Clay Club | Grades 9-12 | Term 1 |
| Fall Dramatic Production | Grades 9-12 | Term 1 |
| Winter Musical Production | Grades 9-12 | Term 2 |
| Chapel Choir | Grades 9-12 | Year Long |
| Cappies Theatre Criticism | Grades 9-12 | Year Long |
| Senior Orchestra | Grades 9-12 | Year Long |
| Jazz Band | Grades 9-12 | Year Long |
| Cadet Band | Grades 9-12 | Year Long |
| Chinese Calligraphy | Grades 9-12 | Term 1 |
| Ridley Rock Band | Grades 9-12 | Terms 1, 2 |
| Digital Studio | Grades 9-12 | Term 1 |
| Figure Drawing | Grades 11-12 | Term 2 |
| Portfolio Development Group | Grades 11-12 | Term 1 |
| Film Production Club | Grades 11-12 | Term 1 |
| Arts Council | Grades 11-12 | Year Long |
| Art Studio Monitors | Grades 11-12 | Year Long |
