Design and Technology

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY PROGRESSION MAP – click here

The aims of Design and Technology teaching at Highfield Primary School are:

– To stimulate the children’s curiosity about how everyday objects, mechanisms and products work, from food and packaging to buildings, toys, clothes and vehicles and the purpose they serve.

– To foster enjoyment, satisfaction and the use of imagination and creativity when designing and making.

– To understand and apply the principles of nutrition and learn how to cook.

– To encourage the children to productively critique and evaluate their ideas and products, and the work of others, providing them with the opportunity to test them out.

– To prepare children for adult life by helping them to understand the contribution of Design and Technology to different areas of future employment.

Design and Technology Programme of Study: Click here

Design and Technology 2024-2025 Long Term Plan: Click here

Home STEM Challenges: Click here

Books: Click here