Design Technology

Vision

In Design and Technology we aim to give all students an ambitious and challenging curriculum in the many areas of Design and Technology. 

In order that we can make quality products, we need to be able to design and draw with creativity and accuracy. An acquisition of design and technical drawing skills underpin a commonality of approach which runs across all subject areas within Design and Technology. Students will develop a deep understanding about the materials and ingredients we use to make sustainable products; therefore, a clear substantive knowledge base runs throughout, specific to every product, project or qualification.

All projects enable students to gain skills in making products out of food, textiles, woods, metals or plastics. Students will have a rich and varied experience of design and manufacture; creating ambitious products they can be proud of. 

All students should be able to confidently apply the skills and knowledge gained beyond education. They will also be equipped to make clear and informed choices about which of our subjects they would like to study for GCSE and beyond. 

Curriculum Map

Each KS3 unit of work is linked to the Unit Overview which specifies core knowledge, vocabulary and forms of assessment. In DT, students study the different components on rotation over Year 7, 8 and 9.

GCSE and A level courses are linked to the relevant exam board specification. 

Head of Department

Mr M Reece