Design Technology

Design and Technology at Chiltern Hills Academy encourages students to become creative problem-solvers who can design, make and evaluate products that meet real-world needs. Combining creativity with practical skills, students explore how design, engineering and technology shape the world around us while developing the confidence to turn ideas into reality.

Through a range of design and making projects, students learn to think innovatively, work independently and apply knowledge from subjects such as mathematics, science, computing and art to solve practical challenges.

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• Make strong progress within an inclusive learning environment that supports all learners
• Design and create innovative products that respond to real-world needs and design briefs
• Develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills through practical project work
• Research, analyse and evaluate the work of designers, engineers and manufacturers
• Generate and communicate ideas using sketches, modelling, digital tools and technical drawings
• Select and use a range of materials, tools, equipment and manufacturing techniques safely and effectively
• Develop practical skills in areas such as resistant materials, textiles, graphics and product design
• Understand how products are designed, manufactured and improved over time
• Explore new and emerging technologies and their impact on society
• Test, evaluate and refine products to improve performance and meet user needs
• Develop an understanding of sustainability, environmental responsibility and the lifecycle of products
• Use specialist design and technology vocabulary accurately and confidently
• Work independently and collaboratively to develop ideas from concept through to final product
• Explore careers and opportunities within design, engineering, construction, manufacturing and related industries