Each class in the Prep Department enjoys one hour a week of Design & Technology. The curriculum aims to progress the development of skills, giving pupils the opportunity to explore and develop their own ideas and to learn to problem solve, make, experiment and evaluate. Such skills encourage a sense of pride in their work and abilities.
The children take part in design tasks using a variety of materials, tools, equipment and techniques. Each topic is split into three sections; Designing, Making and Evaluation.
Designing – children are encouraged to use their imagination to develop designs for each brief they are given. This work is usually carried out in their book before choosing one design to create.
Making – children will have a variety of materials they can use to bring their designs to life. Examples of skills deployed in this section include cutting and sewing skills, 3D modelling and joining.
Evaluating – children reflect and discuss their outcomes and celebrate their successes as a class.
Each step of the design process is modelled by the teacher, then the children are encouraged to have a go. Independence is encouraged throughout the process but the children know they can always ask for help or advice when needed. The children improve upon the skills they have learnt in previous years to work with different materials.
