Our
Design & Technology
curriculum
Our approach to DT is built around developing creativity, imagination, practical design and making skills in various contexts. Our projects teach problem-solving, independence and collaboration.
Curriculum intent
At The Belham Primary School, our intention is for Design and Technology (DT) to empower children as creative problem solvers, enhancing their knowledge and understanding of various tools. In addition to learning critical thinking within DT, pupils will make choices, test designs, and evaluate their creations, showcasing adaptability and creativity. We aim for Belham pupils to recognise that design plays an integral role in innovation, manufacturing, and can be a viable choice for their future careers.
How we teach
We follow the ‘Plan, Design, Make, and Evaluate’ process set out in the National Curriculum. Lessons encourage creativity, imagination, and practical design and making skills across different contexts.
Each year, pupils revisit and extend key areas such as:
- Nutrition
- Textiles
- Mechanisms
- Pulleys
- Structures
This cyclical approach ensures knowledge and skills are strengthened and applied in increasingly sophisticated ways.
Impact
Pupils leave as confident, independent designers who can think critically, solve problems, and bring creative ideas to life. They understand how design shapes the world around them and value the process of making and improving.
How you can help at home
Encourage your child to adapt recipes, experiment with materials, and test their ideas. Simple projects such as sewing, cooking, or building things together all help develop design thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
