Design and Technology
Subject Leaders: Ms L Sawkins & Mr G Rees
Design & Technology (D&T) at our school is a creative, practical subject where pupils learn to design, make, and evaluate products that solve real-world problems. Our aim is to develop children’s creativity, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills, preparing them to become innovative thinkers and confident makers.
Real-World Applications
Design & Technology is at the heart of innovation. Pupils see how the skills they are learning connect to careers in engineering, architecture, product design, fashion, and food technology. Links are made across subjects, for example using maths in measuring and scaling, or science when testing materials and structures. These connections help pupils understand how D&T shapes the world around us.
Curriculum
Our D&T curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England and builds knowledge step by step across the key stages. Pupils learn key skills in designing, building, and evaluating, while exploring areas such as food technology, textiles, structures, mechanisms, and digital systems. Each project is linked to real-life contexts to make learning purposeful and exciting.
Learning Experience
Lessons in D&T are hands-on and project-based, encouraging pupils to work both individually and collaboratively. Pupils follow the design process: researching, planning, creating, testing, and evaluating. Activities are adapted so that all children can access and enjoy the subject, with stretch opportunities for those who are ready for extra challenge. Enrichment opportunities include themed design weeks and STEM construction and engineering clubs.
Support and Resources
Parents and carers can encourage D&T learning at home through creative activities such as cooking, sewing, building models, or experimenting with simple electronics kits. Helpful online resources include: