Preparatory Design and Technology

Design Technology

Design Technology is an exciting practical subject that allows pupils to make sense of appliances and processes, mainly through first hand experience and exploration.  At Chinthurst we aim to harness children's innate curiosity as to how and why things work.   We can supplement this by providing pupils with opportunities to apply and develop further the skills they already have.

By fostering a lifelong enthusiasm and enjoyment of the subject, pupils can evaluate designs past and present, and encourage them to think critically.  With the massive technological advances that have been made even in the last twenty years, it is apparent that people need to adapt quickly to such changes.  By developing an awareness and flexibility, all pupils can be 'young designers'.  Perhaps our world will be a better more sustainable one if more of us considered how technology can advance without spoiling the planet?