Design and Technology

Year 7

In Design and Technology, the key stage 3 classes have come to the end of the 3rd rotation this year. All classes have been busily completing practical work ready for pupils to take home and show off to their families.

In Year 7 Textiles, students have been hand embroidering stationary holders, incorporating glow-in -the-dark thread as they learn about smart materials.

In Product Design, students have been designing and making a marble run whilst learning about mechanisms.

In Food Technology, Year 7 students have made an number of dishes following the theme of ‘childhood adventures.’ This included cupcakes, scones, pizza toast and pasta salads.

Year 8

In Year 8 Textiles, the students have been designing and making bags based on the theme of ‘festivals’. This rotation, they have extended the project even further by adding a lining inside the bag to give it that professional finish. 

In Food Technology, students have made an number of dishes following the Eat-Well Guide. This included bread rolls, burgers, ragu sauce and pizza.

Year 9

Year 9 Textiles were given the theme of ‘Eco-Warriors’. Students used decorative techniques, such as applique, to add detail to an upcycled shirt brought in from home. 

Students in Product Design have been learning about metals and plastic. They have been using CAD skills to design and make a mould . They then poured melted pewter into this to create a key charm.

In Food Technology, Year 9 students have made an number of dishes following the theme of ‘Fairtrade’. This included Swiss rolls, soup, curry and  smoothies.

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