Design

As a school we have been working hard on developing the growth mindset of our children, this is really important for DT lessons especially because some of the skills and projects require lots of patience, resilience and perseverance. When faced with challenges and setbacks in their work we remind the children to use 'The Pit' to keep on trying and not to give up. We also remind the children that designing, making and evaluating products is a process in which they are constantly encouraged to make changes and refinements at each step of the way.
 Through our cross-curricular topics, children explore a variety of designs and products which inspire them to think about their own creative designs. They are encouraged to design purposeful, functional, appealing products for themselves and others based on the design criteria. Building on these skills, knowledge and understanding. Children in Key Stage 1 and 2 use their research skills to design using suitable criteria for their design. Key Stage 2 children will also focus on the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose, aimed at particular individuals or groups.

To  be a successful designer at Hunslet Carr Primary School...

• I can learn new skills and knowledge, and will have positive attitudes towards my achievements in design technology
• I can design and make products with high expectations that solve real  and current problems, including in design technology
• I can talk about my own and others' needs, wants and values
• I can learn and improve my subject knowledge in design and technology
• I can use my skills successfully from across the curriculum – such as maths, science, computing and art
• I can learn how to take considered risks
• I can think about the best way to work safely
• I can be resourceful and innovative, and talk about my ideas
• I can understand how design and technology can affect our daily life
• I can learn, understand and use design technology vocabulary
• I can understand why design technology is an important subject, and aspire to build my skills

Design and Technology PolicyDesign and Technology Progression MapDesign and Technology Scheme of Work