Design & Technology at Hill View Primary Academy

 

ART & DT adaptation guidance

Introduction

Design and Technology is covered through our engaging curriculum from Reception to Year 6.  Children have access to a range of resources to enable them to design, make and evaluate products for different purposes and users. From Year One onwards the children will undertake 3 DT projects a year that cover, construction (including mechanisms), textiles, cooking and nutrition.  Each year will build upon their skills and understanding, and the varied curriculum will ensure children are enthusiastic in their learning and have a strong sense of purpose when creating their product.

Principles and Intent

During DT lessons children are able to become immersed in the schools learning values.  They have the time to be creative, work as part of a team, share their ideas and learn how to problem solve.  DT lessons allow the children to make real life links to engineering and gain an understanding of the importance learning construction skills.  They will also gain a deep understanding of food hygiene and gain the crucial life skills that will enable them to cook.

DT Whole School Overview
Design and Technology vocabulary & Key Knowledge

Entitlement and Enrichment

Children at Hill View are provided with a range of DT opportunities, not only in school but in the wider community.  Year 1 visit a local bakery to gain knowledge on hygiene and sandwiches are currently available on the market.  Year 4 have a brilliant experience at Paultons Park where they are able to meet real life engineers and discuss the mechanics of the rides.    Year 5 also visit a food establishment to discuss hygiene and to gain ideas for new products.  Design Technology lessons are adapted to meet the needs of all of our pupils and resources are provided to support and enhance the experience.

Assessment and outcomes

Pupils DT skills are assessed as the linked projects are taught.  By the end of the academic year every pupil will have been assessed against the relevant National Curriculum targets.

Resources

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zyr9wmn