Technology

Head of Technology (Key Stage 4): Miss L Hamilton
Head of Food and Key Stage 3 Technology: Mr M Kilkenny

Context

The Technology department consists of three teachers who are supported by one full time technician. Our accommodation includes: two catering rooms, one workshop and a textiles room. Our rooms are utilised to support the development of students’ practical and ICT skills. Each room is equipped with specialist tools and equipment, and students are taught to respect and value these as well as work in a safe and hygienic manner.

Curriculum

The curriculum provides all year groups with the skills and knowledge to be successful if they choose Technology as an option subject. However, we also provide a curriculum that enables students to follow healthy lifestyles, become informed consumers and have an awareness of wider environmental issues. We currently offer AQA GCSE Art: 3D Design and WJEC Level 1/2 Vocational Award in Hospitality and Catering. 

For curriculum guides for Technology, please visit our Curriculum by Year Group pages.

Learning Journey

Assessment

All students are regularly assessed on their practical skills and outcomes. The use of unit tests focus on assessing student’s knowledge, understanding and design skills. All students are expected to revise and prepare for both practical and theory assessments. Revision guides are given to students to help them prepare for end of unit tests. We value that students often need to practice practical skills in order to improve and therefore give students opportunities within the workshop and kitchen to practice practical skills ready for assessments.

Homework

In Years 7-9 students must complete their masters of knowledge homework. In Design Technology, students are set optional homework and are encouraged to complete this to further develop their skills. In Food Technology students are encouraged to develop their cooking skills and knowledge of healthy eating/lifestyles and are expected to practice these skills at home. All students are expected to use the revision guides to prepare for end of unit assessments.

Afterschool Sessions

GSCE Hospitality and Catering students are encouraged to come to the weekly coursework catch up where they can use our ICT facilities and have the extra support needed to complete coursework to a high standard.

Enrichment Opportunities

The Technology department is passionate about enrichment opportunities. This includes the option for students to choose a Food elective each term, allowing them to further develop their practical skills, creativity and knowledge. Trips take place within the department in line with curriculum.