At The Grange Primary School, Design & Technology plays a vital role in our vision to give every child every chance, every day. Through practical, creative and purposeful learning, pupils are encouraged to become confident problem-solvers who can apply their skills to real-life situations.

Our Design and Technology curriculum is carefully planned around the fundamentals of the Kapow Primary Design and Technology scheme of work. This ensures full coverage of the National Curriculum with a clear progression of skills and knowledge from Early Years to Year 6. Pupils develop their understanding across key areas including structures, mechanisms, textiles, cooking and nutrition, electrical systems and the digital world, while learning to design, make and evaluate products thoughtfully and effectively.

Across the school, project-based learning further enhances our DT provision. These projects embed Design and Technology within wider learning contexts, including climate and sustainability, allowing children to identify the practical applications of their learning and to work towards purposeful outcomes. This approach promotes resilience as pupils test ideas and refine their work, respect through collaboration and safe use of tools and materials, and reflection as children evaluate their designs and consider improvements. Open-ended projects also provide opportunities to challenge and extend more able pupils.

In the summer terms, we offer gardening after-school clubs, giving pupils hands-on experience of planting, growing and caring for plants. Gardening is also featured within personalised curriculums, enrichment and playtimes. These sessions strengthen practical skills, encourage responsibility and environmental awareness, and give children a strong sense of achievement as they see the results of their efforts.

Through our Design & Technology curriculum, we aim to inspire creativity, confidence and perseverance – ensuring all children are equipped with the skills and mindset they need for learning now and in the future.