Mayfield-Primary-School

Design and Technology

In Design Technology we aim to give our pupils skills which help give them some control over the world in which they live. Pupils gain skills through the experience of designing, making and evaluating their work using a variety of tools, techniques and materials.

At the earliest stages this process begins with junk modelling and moves on to more sophisticated models and systems.

The children develop their skills through practical activity and use an increasing range of materials and tools as they progress through school. They are encouraged to plan their design and take into account the materials and the audience for their product.

Tasks are set that ask the children to solve problems, thus making them use their ideas and skills in novel ways. Group work encourages co-operation and discussion.

Through all their work children are made aware of and have an understanding of the importance of health and safety as designers, makers and consumers.

DT Progression

Design Technology