Design and Technology
Our aim is to promote creative problem solving, curiosity, resilience and reflection through a variety of practical activities. Children are taught knowledge, understanding and skills relating to construction materials, textiles, structures, mechanisms, electricity, computing and food. They are encouraged to reflect as they complete a task and make appropriate modifications as needed.
Following the National Curriculum, Design Technology is planned in cross-curricular units where appropriate. In the Holywell Curriculum, Design Technology has links with Computing, Science, Maths, Geography and History. The Curriculum has been planned to ensure that there is a coverage of a range of materials, and progression in skills that are taught. Throughout the Foundation Stage there are a plentiful opportunities to engage in Design Technology. In Reception there are STEM afternoons, which include Design and Technology activities. Years 1 to 6 complete three units of work per year. This always includes one unit on cooking and nutrition, because we believe that this is a valuable life skill.
Year 1 have been learning to sew and have created Jubilee Bunting
Nursery have been learning to safely use screwdrivers
Reception have been learning to safely use hammers to create faces, people and animals.
Year 6 have created a Magical Winter Wonderland
Year 5 have been creating their own Christmas decorations
Reception have been designing and making new sleighs for Santa
Year 1 Playgrounds
