The intent of the Design Technology curriculum is to inspire students to become creative problem-solvers who can respond to real-world challenges with innovative solutions. It aims to equip students with practical skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to think critically and iteratively in designing and making.

Design Technology encourages students to explore a variety of materials, tools, and techniques, enabling them to develop functional and aesthetic products. The curriculum fosters curiosity and resilience, sparking discussions such as ‘How can design improve everyday life?’ and ‘What role does technology play in sustainable development?

You can read the curriculum map for each year group here.