Good buildings come from good people, and all problems are solved by good design.
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. National Curriculum for Design & Technology, purpose of study
Exploring our archive with Lea Jagendorf
Last week in Hepworth class we had a visit from the wonderful artist and designer Lea Jagendorf. With Lea we searched through our school's photography archive that chronicles Lansbury Lawrence's brilliantly rich history. From the pictures we came came up with...
Year 3’s Design & Technology Day
Recently, year 3 began a design & technology project that will end in the students creating a product with a special purpose. Building on their learning about the Festival of Britain, the students are curating an exhibition using the school's precious photo...
Mechanical Madness!
Hello everyone! We have been having yet another great week over here in Lichtenstein class. In particular, we have been having a lot of fun getting both our creative and engineering brains thinking as we tackled a fascinating Design and Technology Workshop in style!...
Mechanisms and Machines
Today, Kahlo Class took part in a Design and Technology workshop with Stephen Guy where we learnt about different mechanisms and machines. Exploring mechanisms We looked at different inventions which use mechanisms. They were made from wood, cardboard and other...
Moooving Pictures
Goldsworthy Class learnt about lever and slider mechanisms in their design and technology lessons, and made brilliant moving pictures based on their current learning theme, On The Farm.
Hokusai Architects!
This afternoon it was the annual STEAM Day event across the school. Normally, we go off timetable and children can explore different classrooms and different Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths activities with their siblings and friends. Now we are all...
Bridge-t Riley’s Diary!
Today in Riley class, we were enjoying a fun-filled STEAM Day. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths - we've been learning about various famous scientists during the week and talking to some incredible STEMettes in yesterday's assembly. In...
Year 1’s brilliant hand puppets
Year 1 have been learning to sew in design technology. They made their own hand puppets as part of their current learning theme; Toys. Some children used a running stitch, and some children used an over stitch. All children decorated their puppets to make them unique....
You’ve been photo framed…
Being back in school in smaller groups has given us opportunities to explore new skills. Yesterday we had a go at making photo frames. Here are some pictures for you to enjoy.
A Lansbury Lawrence Frittata!
Look at this delicious frittata made at home using ingredients from the Edible Playground. Great cutting and cooking skills and a wonderful healthy meal.