Welcome

Welcome to the Technology Department

Our vision is that through the enthusiastic and committed teaching of Design and Technology and Food preparation and nutrition, our students will learn how to: manage and control risks, work safely with a variety of tools and materials, become resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable citizens.

By taking part in an inspiring and rigorous practical subject, we hope that the children will use their creativity, imagination and social interaction skills to design and make products that solve real and relevant problems in a variety of contexts – understanding the processes involved from planning through making to evaluation and refinement.

During the teaching of design and technology and food preparation and nutrition, a wide range of new skills will be acquired and the knowledge of other subjects, such as Mathematics, science, engineering, ICT and art, will be drawn upon and applied.

We have nine specialist rooms spread over the urban campus. They include: design suites, computer suites, workshops, kitchens, a food garden, and a 3D HUB. We pride ourselves on delivering a curriculum that nurtures creativity and supports independent student learning.

3D HUB

We are proud to be a Create Education 3D HUB. We run 40 3D printers, 3 laser cutters, a 3D scanner, 3D routers, and a wazer water jet cutter. We also use SolidWorks as our CAD design tool. Our 3D HUB coordinator is an undergraduate university placement student facilitating the printing of parts for students, other schools, companies, and national 3D printing projects.

Surface Scan

Our local collaborator Surface Scan has been a valued supporter of our Design & Technology department by generously providing filament for our 3D printers. Their support helps us reduce material costs, enabling more students to access 3D printing throughout their projects and extracurricular opportunities. This allows pupils to develop practical design, engineering and manufacturing skills through prototyping and product development, while gaining experience with the same technologies used in industry. Surface Scan’s contribution helps us deliver engaging, hands-on learning opportunities and inspires students to pursue careers in design and engineering fields.

departmental extra curricular clubs.

Electronics Club KS3

Discover the exciting world of coding, creativity, and technology in our micro:bit Electronics Club. Designed for Key Stage 3 students, this hands-on club allows members to code and program a micro:bit devices to create games, animations, robots, and innovative digital projects using a range of components, sensors and expansion boards. Students will develop valuable skills in coding, problem-solving, logical thinking, and teamwork while bringing their ideas to life through fun challenges and real-world applications. Whether you are completely new to programming or already enjoy technology, Electronics Club provides a friendly and engaging environment to explore computing, build confidence, and develop skills that are essential for becoming innovators in the digital world of the future

Gardening Club (Feb - July)

Get your hands dirty and discover the journey from seed to plate with our Food Tech Gardening Club. Based in our school food technology garden, students will learn how to grow fruits, vegetables, and herbs while developing practical gardening skills and an understanding of sustainable food production. Members will plant, nurture, and harvest seasonal crops, helping to supply fresh ingredients for food technology lessons. The club promotes teamwork, responsibility, wellbeing, and environmental awareness, offering students the chance to enjoy the outdoors, learn new skills, and gain a greater appreciation of where their food comes from. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome to help our garden grow and flourish.

STEM Racing UK Club (KS3 & KS4)

Students get the exciting opportunity to combine science, technology, engineering and mathematics through the challenge of designing, building and racing a miniature Formula 1-style car. Working as part of a team, students will develop valuable skills in engineering, design, project management, problem-solving, marketing and teamwork, while using industry-standard software and equipment. The club encourages creativity, innovation and communication as students work towards competing against other schools. Whether you are interested in engineering, business, graphics or technology, STEM Racing UK provides a fun and engaging way to gain real-world experience and prepare for future careers in STEM industries.

Industrial Cadets KS5

Take on real-world engineering challenges, work with industry and university professionals, and develop the skills that employers and universities value through the Industrial Cadets Gold Award. This exciting programme gives students the opportunity to collaborate on a substantial STEM-based project, building skills in teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, research, project management, and communication. Working alongside industry mentors and university technicians, students will gain valuable experience, enhancing their CVs and personal statements, and achieve the prestigious Industrial Cadets Gold Award. The club is ideal for ambitious students who want to make a positive impact, strengthen their employability skills, and explore future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.