Design and Technology at Cedars
Design and Technology at Cedars is an inspiring, practical and highly engaging subject that supports pupils to learn through hands-on, project-based experiences. Pupils are encouraged to use creativity and imagination to design and make products that solve real and relevant problems, often linked directly to their own interests, needs and life skills.
Learning in Design and Technology is rooted in real-world contexts. Pupils work on meaningful projects that frequently contribute to the development, improvement and creation of new areas across the school site, helping them to see the value and impact of their work. These projects foster pride, ownership and a strong sense of achievement.
Through Design and Technology, pupils acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and practical skills, drawing on areas such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art. They are supported to take appropriate risks, problem-solve, and develop resilience, becoming resourceful, innovative and confident learners.
Pupils also explore past and present designs and technologies, helping them to develop a critical understanding of how design shapes daily life and the wider world. High-quality Design and Technology education at Cedars plays a vital role in developing creativity, independence, employability skills and positive engagement with learning.
Aims
Design and Technology at Cedars aims to:
- Develop pupils’ creative, technical and practical expertise so they can carry out everyday tasks confidently and engage positively with an increasingly technological world
- Build and apply a strong repertoire of knowledge, understanding and skills through project-based learning, enabling pupils to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for real users and purposes
- Provide opportunities for pupils to contribute meaningfully to the school environment through practical projects that enhance the school site
- Support pupils to critique, evaluate and test their own ideas and products, as well as the work of others, developing confidence, reflection and pride in their achievements