Design and Technology (D&T)
Intent:
Through our Design and Technology curriculum we will provide the opportunity for children to design, make and evaluate a range of models and food items using a range of tools and resources which support an intended purpose or outcome and which enhance and compliment our chosen topic for the term.
Implementation:
Mrs. Paine is the Design and Technology Co-ordinator.
At St. Mary's, D&T is taught through "Expressive Arts and Design" within the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum in Acorn and Chestnut (Nursery and Reception):
Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage
We teach the D&T National Curriculum in Birch to Oak (Years 1 to 4):
Design and Technology Programmes of Study Key Stages 1 and 2
From Year R to Year 4 (Chestnut to Oak) we use the Kapow curriculum scheme for teaching D&T. Early Years also includes a number of seasonal crafts/projects and continuous provision in their learning.
The following table shows which Design and Technology topics are taught throughout the school:
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Acorn (Nursery) |
Seasonal projects |
Seasonal projects |
Seasonal projects |
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Chestnut (Reception) |
Structures - Junk Modelling Seasonal projects |
Seasonal projects |
Structures - Boats Seasonal projects |
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Birch Year 1 |
Structures - Constructing a Windmill |
Mechanisms - Making a Moving Story Book |
Cooking and Nutrition - Smoothies |
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Hazel Year 2 |
Textiles - Pouches (decorations) |
Mechanisms - Making a Moving Monster |
Structures - Baby Bears Chair |
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Rowan Year 3 |
Textiles - Cushions |
Structures - Constructing a Castle |
Electrical Systems - Electric Poster |
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Oak Year 4 |
Cooking and Nutrition - Adapting a Recipe |
Electrical Systems - Torches |
Mechanical Systems - Making a Slingshot Car |
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We teach D&T through the 5 areas of:
- Designing
- Making
- Evaluating
- Technical Knowledge
- Cooking and Nutrition
As a school we subscribe to the Design and Technology Association to support our knowledge, understanding and development of the subject.
Our Progression of Knowledge in Design and Technology document can be found here:
Design and Technology Progression Map
Impact:
All children are assessed in D&T by their teachers, on a termly basis. Mrs. Paine then analyses the attainment and progress of the whole school in this area. This information informs future teaching and learning in D&T.
