Winsford Schools

Design & Technology

Developing creativity and practical skills through design, making and evaluation

Curriculum Overview

Our Design & Technology curriculum develops students' creativity and practical skills. Through designing and making products, students learn about materials, processes, and the impact of technology on society.

Design Skills

  • Design principles and processes
  • Sketching and drawing techniques
  • 3D modelling basics
  • Research and analysis

Making Skills

  • Workshop safety and tools
  • Materials and properties
  • Basic construction techniques
  • Electronics introduction

Evaluation

  • Testing and evaluation
  • Product analysis
  • User feedback

Assessment & Resources

  • • Practical projects and portfolios
  • • Design folders and documentation
  • • Workshop facilities and equipment
  • • CAD/CAM software
  • • Design competitions and exhibitions