Vision
Design and Technology develops creative thinkers, problem-solvers and innovators. Our approach emphasises hands-on learning that nurtures imagination while building practical skills, including food preparation. Students tackle real-world problems, learn resilience through both successes and failures, and develop collaboration skills.
Teaching approach
D&T is delivered through unit blocks enabling extended thinking. Students complete two units annually plus three cooking sessions per term, using the Design & Technology Association’s project framework.
The teaching method follows a five-step structure: retrieving prior knowledge, explicit instruction with modelled techniques, guided practice with support, independent application to individual projects, and reflection with peer feedback.
Curriculum structure
The sequenced curriculum revisits core concepts across Early Years through Year 6:
- Electrical systems
- Textiles
- Structures (strength and stability)
- Mechanisms (movement and control)
Three disciplinary skills — designing, making and evaluation — integrate throughout every unit.
Assessment and progress
Continuous embedded assessment ensures all learners advance. Teachers use questioning, observation and real-time adaptation. As pupils progress, scaffolding gradually reduces while independence in idea generation and self-evaluation increases.