Implementation:

As a school we have  well thought out, whole school, yearly overview of the DT curriculum which allows for progression across year groups in all areas of DT (textiles, mechanisms, structures, food and electrical systems)  Projects are well planned and resourced providing children with a hands-on and enriching experience. A range of skills will be taught ensuring that children are aware of health and safety issues related to the tasks undertaken. We are teaching DT as a block of lessons to allow the time needed for the children to be critical, inventive and reflective on their work.  Each project from Year 3 to Year 6 addresses the principles of designing, making, and evaluating and incorporating relevant technical knowledge and understanding in relevant contexts. Pupils are introduced to specific designers, chefs, nutritionists, etc. helping to engender an appreciation of human creativity and achievement and increase the cultural capital from which they can draw in the future.

Impact:

           Children will have clear enjoyment and confidence in Design and Technology that they will then apply to other areas of                     the curriculum. Through carefully planned and implemented learning activities the pupils develop the creative, technical                   and practical expertise needed to perform everyday tasks confidently and to participate successfully in an increasingly                   technological world. They gain a firm foundation of knowledge and skills to see them equipped to take on further learning                 in Secondary School. Pupil’s skills and knowledge are assessed ongoingly by the class teacher, throughout lessons and a                     summative assessment is completed termly. This informs the Design and Technology lead of any further areas for                           curriculum development, pupil support and/or training requirements for staff..