Design & Technology
In design and technology our vision is to empower children through equipping them with the opportunity to develop key life skills.
- Development of creativity, imagination, co-operation and communication skills.
- Practical life skills including team work, critical thinking and problem solving.
- Development of Understanding when using technology to help plan and design.
- Development of understanding needs in relation to people and the environment when working from a brief.
- Skills which children can use to mould, craft and make projects using a wide range of materials.
- Skills which the children can take into future employment.
Design & Technology in EYFS and F2
Children will learn about the world around them. Exploring different mechanisms such as how bikes and scooters move. They will also learn about different materials some of their basic properties and begin to investigate simple structures and how to make them. Children will be given the opportunity to experience a range of different food, discussing taste, textures and smells.
Design & Technology in KS1
Children will develop knowledge of how wheels and axels work as well as simple sliders and levers. They will learn about freestanding structures and how to make them stable. They will begin to learn simple sewing techniques as well as how to prepare simple dishes.
Design & Technology in KS2
Children will build upon the skills they have been learning through school. They will develop their knowledge of mechanisms and structures in line with the national curriculum framework. They will begin to shape material from 2D to 3D and combine different fabric shapes. They will develop their understanding of healthy food and explore cultural and celebrations in relation to food. During KS2 children will also begin to learn about electronics and electrical systems.
By providing the children with exciting and inspiring practical projects they will be able to use their imagination, creativity and team work to create innovative products which have been meticulously planned and evaluated. Cross curricular links will provide the children with the opportunity to master maths, science and ICT skills learnt throughout their learning journey through school. By evaluating current designs, products and materials children will learn about sustainability on a range of different scales including home, school and the wider environment and the impact that they can have upon these.
Please see the link for the National Curriculum for Design and Technology - National Curriculum in Design & Technology.
