Design Technology ‘The Chalk Ridge Way’.
Intent, Implementation and Impact
Intent
The National Curriculum states that, “Design and technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. Using creativity and imagination, pupils design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts, considering their own and others’ needs, wants and values. They acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and draw on disciplines such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art.
By the end of their time at Chalk Ridge all children will have opportunities to:
Implementation
In the Early Years Foundation Stage, design and technology forms part of the learning children acquire under the ‘Knowledge and Understanding of the World' branch of the Foundation Stage curriculum, which also covers geography, history, ICT, and science.
In KS1 and KS2, children continue to build on their design technology either through weekly lessons or blocked sessions depending on the nature of the project.
As a school we follow ‘Kapow’ planning which ensures there is a progression of skills and knowledge. See below for our overview:
| Autumn | Spring | Summer |
Early Years | Structures: Junk modelling | Textiles: Bookmarks | Structures: Boats |
Year 1 | Structures: Constructing a windmill | Textiles: Puppets | Smoothies |
Year 2
| Structures: Baby Bear’s Chair | Mechanisms: Fairground wheels | Mechanisms: Making a moving monster |
Year 3 | Cooking and nutrition: Eating seasonally | Digital world: Wearable technology | Structures: Constructing a castle |
Year 4
| Structure: Pavilions | Mechanical systems: Making a slingshot car | Electrical systems: Torches |
Year 5 | Electrical systems: Doodlers | Mechanical systems: Making a pop-up book | Developing a recipe |
Year 6
| Craft and design Photo opportunity | Structure: playgrounds | Sculpture and 3D: Making memories |
*Correct as of January 2024.
We also adhere to the Kapow created risk assessments to ensure children and adults use equipment correctly and safely. High-risk equipment is stored in a locked cupboard.
Impact
Pupils enjoy, and are successful in, developing their knowledge and skills during design technology lessons.
We measure impact through:
Observation of teaching and learning shows: