What is special about Design & Technology at St Michael’s Primary School?
Practical. hands-on-learning Children design, and evaluate real products (such as textile products, models, food, or simple mechanisms), helping them understand how ideas become real objects.
It develops creativity and independent thinking Pupils generate their own ideas, plan their designs, and make choices about materials and techniques.
It builds problem solving and resilience Children test their own work, identify what could be improved, and learn from mistakes to make their designs better.
It teaches important life and technical skills D&T develops skills such as, measuring accurately, using tools safely, understanding materials and learning basic cooking skills and nutrition.