Design Technology and Food
Intent
Our aim is for Bradfield DT students to be resilient problem-solvers who can work independently to produce high-quality outcomes. To facilitate this, learning is based on the four core principles of Design and Technology and these core principals form the spine of all units from KS3 to the end of KS4.
The core principles are:
- Designing
- Making
- Evaluating
- Technical knowledge (including food and nutrition)
Secondary concepts that look at developing the practical skills of each individual student are:
- Independence
- Accuracy
- Safety
- Quality of outcome
- Competence
Key Stage 3
At KS3, we offer a rotation system of units that give all students access to the skills and knowledge to build a foundation in Design, Technology, Engineering and Food & Nutrition, with many opportunities to hone the skills required at GCSE. Students will complete all of the units below, but order will depend on group.
| Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 |
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Key stage 4: Design and Technology
Students work towards the OCR GCSE in Design Technology following either a Design Technology or Engineering route.
| Year 10 - All Students | Year 11 - Design Technology | Year 11 - Engineering |
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NEA – Design & Make task based on a contextual challenge In Depth Unit of Study – Timbers |
NEA – Design & Make task based on a contextual challenge In Depth Unit of Study – Design Engineering & Polymers |
Key Stage 4: Food Preparation and Nutrition
Students work towards the AQA GCSE in Food Preparation and Nutrition.
| Year 10 | Year 11 |
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