Intent
The Design and technology curriculum at GM School is designed to develop students to develop students’ creative ability and guide them to become independent problem solvers.
Implementation
Through our broad and balanced curriculum, the overarching themes underpin core knowledge which develop creative learners in the key areas of research, technical knowledge, testing, evaluating, designing and making. In addition, students gain an understanding of different cultures, society and industry which will prepare them for the world of work.
Key Stage 3
Design and Technology is a highly creative subject that combines knowledge with practical skills to solve design problems. During years 7, 8 and 9 students will work within specialist teaching facilities to produce a range of products. Lessons are structured to offer two lessons a week across the different Technology specialisms, which are:
- Resistant Materials
- Textiles
- Food & Nutrition (year 7 & 8)
Key Stage 4
At Key Stage 4, teaching and learning builds upon Key Stage 3; introducing greater depth, creativity and real-life scenarios to build upon knowledge and practical skills and prepare students to create innovative and inspiring products that have real world application.
At Key stage 4 we currently offer the following courses:
- WJEC Eduqas Design and Technology GCSE (Textiles/Product design)
The course the follows three principles:
- Core technical principles
- Specialist technical principles
- Designing and making principles
External Assessment
- Written exam: 2 hours
- 100 marks
- 50% of final GCSE grade
Non-exam assessment
This is a practical assessment of the three course principles:
- Non-exam assessment (NEA) approximately 30–35 hours
- 100 marks
- 50% of final GCSE grade For further information please visit the exam board website.
Homework
Students will receive homework regularly throughout KS3 and KS4.
Websites https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/z4nfwty