D&T

Design and Technology (D&T) prepares students to take part in tomorrow’s rapidly changing technologies. The department has a team of specialist teachers who deliver at Key Stage 3: Electronics, Food Technology, Resistant Materials, Textiles Technology and Business and Enterprise mini projects; at Key Stage 4: Product Design, Construction, Food Technology. Lessons are taught in well equipped workshops with improved computer access for all students.

All teachers teach across the range of Key Stage 3 and 4 in a mixed ability setting. During Key Stage 3 students use a range of materials to design and make products. At Key Stage 4 students follow the AQA syllabus of their chosen Design and Technology subject. Teachers are specialised in their area and are encouraged to teach AS – A2 level at Post-16 as well as vocational programmes of study.