Design & Technology – Subject Intent
“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” – Steve Jobs (entrepreneur)
In our Design & Technology lessons we ROCK!
- Respectful – we are respectful of all design ideas so that we have the confidence to take risks
- Open Minded – we are open minded as we develop an awareness of how design technology can impact our lives and the world around us
- Curious – we are curious about how we advances in Design and Technology can change the world around us encouraging us to become resourceful and enterprising
- Kind – we are kind and reflective learners who constructively evaluate our own work and the work of others
In conclusion, we ROCK!
Further information:
‘Staff have given careful thought to what
children will learning each term.’
‘Pupils are confident that staff will help them if they have any concerns.’
‘Learning builds on what pupils already know. Teachers have strong subject knowledge and support pupils to develop their reasoning skills.’
‘Pupils are respectful of people with different backgrounds or beliefs.’
‘Across
the school, pupils behave well both in lessons and during social times.’
‘There are consistent routines and high expectations.’
‘Pupils learn to develop their independence from an early age.’
‘One group of pupils is supporting the community to develop a sensory garden in
the local area.’
‘The safeguarding of pupils is a priority in school. Staff know pupils and families well.’
‘Children enjoy exploring the purposeful learning environment that staff have created for them.’
‘Leaders know how important it is for pupils to enjoy reading.’
‘Leaders and teachers promote a respect of different cultures and ideas.’
‘Leaders are working to further improve their curriculum.’
‘Pupils enjoy their role as ambassadors for the school, welcoming visitors and organising fundraising events.’
‘Leaders ensure that staff have the training and support to meet the needs of pupils with SEND’
‘Pupils move around the school sensibly.’
‘Pupils learn how to stay safe, including when using the internet.’
‘In
mathematics, the ‘small steps’ of knowledge that pupils must learn are clearly identified.’
‘ The early years staff know their children well.’
‘One pupil, typical of many, said, ‘We should treat others as we expect to be treated ourselves.’
‘Teachers encourage pupils
to read in a variety of ways.’
‘Leaders encourage pupils to take on responsibilities in school.’
‘There are respectful relationships between adults and pupils.’
‘Pupils enjoy attending this school.’
‘Pupils enjoy taking part in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences, such as rugby club and choir.’
‘Pupils feel safe in school. Bullying is rare.’
‘ Children learn to read as soon as they start at school. Welltrained staff skilfully help children to read with increasing confidence.’
‘Pupils are supportive of one another’
‘ Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are given extra support if
they fall behind.’
‘Pupils listen carefully to other people’s opinions.’
