Vision

Our vision ‘Life in all its fullness’ is taken from the book of John and these words were spoken by Jesus. At St Aidan's, every pupil is valued and has a rightful place within our community. We recognise that every individual is unique and has different skills, talents and abilities. We are committed to ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive in their own distinctive way. Our aim is to ensure that all members of our school community achieve their full God given potential academically, socially, personally and spiritually. This is what Jesus wanted: for us to live life to the full.

Design Technology and Engineering

Curriculum Overview

DT Vision

Design Technology has always played such an important part, not only in every student’s education, but in preparation for their lives ahead. This subject aims to impart knowledge and practical skills in order to lead individuals towards levels of expertise within different Engineering disciplines, alongside a strong range of practical skills for life in the likes of wood work.

With the rapidly, and ever-changing, technological world it is important that the Design Technology department instills a sense of inquisitiveness in students. This aims to produce well rounded individuals committed to learning beyond their years within education ensuring they are not left behind by future technological advances.

One of the focuses of Design Technology is the teaching, and then refinement, of practical skills through progressively challenging tasks designed to scaffold and build on these skills over time. Another focus is the design process, encouraging inquisitiveness through research, creativity through designing and problem solving, then reflectivity through evaluative tasks.

Design Technology lessons aim to inspire the next generation of tradesmen/women, CAD Designers, Engineers of all disciplines and Product Designers among a range of other professions. Students will develop the skills and creativity required to produce excellent outcomes that meet a need or solve a problem.

Use the link to read our DT intent for KS3 and KS4.

DT Curriculum Overview

Use the links below to explore the DT curriculum journey.

Year 7

Year 8

Year 9

Year 10

Year 11