"Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Design is

knowing which ones to keep."

Scott Adams

🛠️ Design & Technology Curriculum Intent

At Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School, Design and Technology is a dynamic and practical subject that encourages children to become creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and confident makers. We aim to provide a curriculum that is inspiring, inclusive, and rooted in real-world relevance.

Our intent is to;

Empower Creativity and Imagination

• Enable pupils to design and make purposeful products that solve real and relevant problems.

• Encourage originality and innovation through exploration of materials, tools, and techniques.

Develop Technical and Practical Expertise

• Teach children how to safely and effectively use a range of tools and equipment.

• Build competence in working with textiles, construction materials, mechanisms, and food.

Promote Iterative Design Thinking

• Embed the design-make-evaluate cycle to help pupils refine ideas and improve outcomes.

• Foster resilience and reflection by encouraging children to test, adapt, and improve their work.

Connect Learning Across the Curriculum

• Link D&T to maths, science, computing, and art to deepen understanding and broaden application.

• Use cross-curricular projects to reinforce key concepts and enhance engagement.

Celebrate Diversity and Sustainability

• Explore global design traditions and inclusive approaches to problem-solving.

• Encourage sustainable thinking by considering materials, waste, and environmental impact.

Prepare Pupils for a Technological Future

• Introduce digital tools and programmable components where appropriate.

• Inspire future designers, engineers, and innovators by showcasing real-world applications.