Design and Technology
What are we aiming for?
Our Design and Technology curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and practical problem-solving. We aim to develop children who can think critically, work collaboratively, and design purposeful products that respond to real-world needs.
Rooted in our Christian ethos and inspired by the verse, “Start children off on the way they should go,” we encourage pupils to consider the needs of others and to understand how thoughtful design can improve lives. Through hands-on experiences, children learn to combine creativity with technical knowledge, gaining confidence in their ability to shape the world around them.
Our curriculum aims to develop children who:
- Apply creative, technical, and practical skills confidently.
- Design and make high-quality products with purpose and empathy.
- Work both independently and collaboratively to solve problems.
- Select and use tools and materials safely and effectively.
- Evaluate and refine their ideas through an iterative design process.
- Understand the impact of design and technology on society, past and present.
- Apply principles of nutrition and develop essential cooking skills.
How do we achieve this?
Design and Technology is taught as a discrete subject, with meaningful cross-curricular links to subjects such as Maths, Science, Computing, and Art. This ensures that learning is relevant, engaging, and rooted in real-life contexts.
We follow the Projects on a Page scheme from the Design and Technology Association, which provides a progressive and well-structured curriculum across all year groups. Each year, pupils complete three key projects, including one focused on Food and Nutrition.
Over the course of each key stage, children explore:
- Structures
- Textiles
- Mechanisms
- Electrical systems
- Cooking and nutrition
Teachers plan carefully to ensure that skills and knowledge are revisited and built upon, allowing for progression and depth. Pupils are encouraged to reflect on their work, evaluate existing products, and consider the social and environmental impact of design.
What difference is this making to our pupils?
Our Design and Technology curriculum helps children become confident problem solvers who enjoy creating and improving things that matter. They learn to work well with others and think carefully about how their designs can meet real needs. Through practical tasks, pupils develop important skills like using tools safely and making thoughtful choices about materials. They also gain an understanding of how design affects people and the environment. These experiences encourage creativity, resilience, and a sense of responsibility, helping children feel prepared for the challenges and opportunities they will face in the future.
