Design & Technology

Design and Technology at Bishop Challoner is a popular subject which is forward thinking in its delivery of Key Stages 2, 3 and 4.

Our aims are to provide opportunities for all pupils to:

  • Enjoy turning their ideas into reality.
  • Strive for successful outcomes.
  • Be creative and develop problem solving and thinking skills.
  • Work independently and progress their self esteem.
  • Develop attitudes of curiosity, enquiry, initiative, ingenuity and resourcefulness.
  • To experience a wide range of different material areas.


Design and Technology inspires creativity and most importantly encourages pupils to work out their own answers to problems, affording them vital life skills.

ACCOMMODATION & RESOURCES

Design Technology is taught in 2 specialist rooms:

The Graphics room:   Has an interactive whiteboard and 14 networked computers with a range of Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing software linked to a Vinyl cutter and 3D Router.  

The Resistant Material workshop:  Offers pupils a wide range of facilities for working with all kinds of materials.

KEY STAGE 2

In years 5 & 6 there are two dedicated D&T lessons of 40 minutes duration, each week.  Students follow the National curriculum areas of study which incorporate cross curricular links with other subjects taught in the school, such as Science, Maths, ICT, Art and History. Pupils are introduced to a range of techniques using basic materials where they learn essential skills in order to design and realise their own ideas.

KEY STAGE 3

This Key Stage is divided into modules, with its aim for pupils to build on their knowledge and skills in this subject. Here they develop their graphics and communication techniques, using Computer Aided Design to enhance this. They are encouraged to be creative and to problem solve, so that they are able to realise their designs in 3D by using and working with a range of different materials, incorporating a variety of techniques. Pupils have 2 lessons of 40 minutes duration each week and are taught in mixed ability groups of around 15.

KEY STAGE 4

Pupils study Resistant Materials at GCSE Level.

The course is delivered via the AQA syllabus.

It is a popular subject and exam results have been pleasing

EXTRA CURRICULUM

Pupils can enjoy DT activities through a range of after school clubs such as:

  • D&T Club (all yrs)
  • STEM club (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)
  • Support sessions for GCSE students.


TEACHING STAFF

Mrs. L. Brown

“Design is not just about how something looks, but how it works”
James Dyson - British Industrial Designer