Mrs L Fearon (DT Lead)
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. Pupils learn how to take risks, becoming resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable citizens. Through the evaluation of past and present design and technology, they develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world. High-quality design and technology education makes an essential contribution to the creativity, culture, wealth and well-being of the nation. National Curriculum 2014
At Eslington Primary school we aim to provide all children with a broad and balanced curriculum which prepares them for life beyond primary education. We encourage children to use their creativity and imagination and to have the experience of evaluating, designing and making products of a high standard.
Design and Technology is a subject that encourages children to examine their environment, question the world and to think about how and why things work the way they do. Being able to express themselves creatively empowers them and builds their confidence, enabling them to communicate their thoughts, ideas and observations in a practical and expressive way. Through evaluation and collaboration children develop their social and emotional skills when reflecting on their works and that of others. Creativity is unique to each individual. At Eslington we encourage children to learn and develop in a multi-sensory way through various experiences, materials, tools and techniques, children can record the world around them in a creative way. During Design and Technology, we teach children the language skills they will need to be effective communicators. We actively encourage our children to be critical thinkers and effective problem solvers. Resilience is a key theme running through our DT curriculum, and the children are encouraged to become innovators and risk takers