Intention (Why do we teach what we teach ?)

We have designed our Design Technology curriculum so that our learners:

• Develop a creative, technical and imaginative thinking and the confidence to participate successfully in an increasingly technological world
• Develop their technical knowledge in order to design and make prototypes and test their ideas and problem-solving skills
• Take an interest in the technological processes involved in the products which surround them, and to recognise the contribution of technology to society
• Are encouraged to critique, evaluate and test their ideas and products
• Are able to select appropriate tools and techniques when making a product and to give them the skills needed to follow safe procedures
• Find enjoyment, satisfaction and purpose in designing and making things.

Implementation (How do we teach it ?)

Our Design Technology curriculum is taught:

• Through the delivery of carefully planned units of work that cover the core National Curriculum expectations from EYFS through to KS2
• By units that are delivered following the design process: plan, design, make and evaluate
• To encourage children to be hands-on in the classroom and teaching a range of skills whilst ensuring they are aware of health and safety issues related to the tasks undertaken
• So that children are encouraged to apply skills to solve problems individually and in collaborative groups.  This enables children to have ownership of their own learning and satisfaction in the outcomes.

Impact (What has been the impact and how do we know?)

The impact of the Design Technology curriculum at Putteridge Primary can be seen through:

• Our children are able to solve real-life practical problems using innovation and creativity working both individually and collaboratively
• Our children are able to choose from and use a growing range of tools and materials
• Our children develop resilience, skills and learning attributes which they can use beyond school
• Our children are able to use and understand richer technical vocabulary associated with DT
• Our children can prepare a range of healthy varied and nutritious dishes