The intent of our DT curriculum is to deliver a curriculum which is accessible to all and that will maximise the outcomes for every child so that:

All children are INSPIRED to develop their talents and love learning about all aspects of the DT Curriculum

Children BELIEVE in themselves and their abilities;

Children DISCOVER and enjoy a wide range of experiences;

Children ACHIEVE their full potential in DT

Children BELONG to a caring community, which cares about the creativity, culture, wealth and well-being of the nation.

At Ashburton Primary School, Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. Using creativity and imagination, pupils design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts, considering their own and others’ needs, wants and values. They acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and draw on disciplines such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art. Pupils learn how to take risks, becoming resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable citizens. Through the evaluation of past and present design and technology, they develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world. High-quality design and technology education makes an essential contribution to the creativity, culture, wealth and well-being of the nation.