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02/10/24

This morning in our sketchbook lesson, Seals did some beautiful observational sketches of some Rudbeckia flowers. Later on in our science lesson we will label them with the vocabulary that we learn for parts of a flower. pic.twitter.com/35UOb8U9nz— VIPS () October 2, 2024

26/09/24

This week, Dolphin class perfected their trampoline skills as part of the ‘Beyond Bounce’ workshop in the hall! We definitely got the blood flowing and worked up a sweat! pic.twitter.com/F6DaZ9hiUm— VIPS () September 26, 2024

26/09/24

The VIAT Kings Hill staff have been blessed today with a morning tea and coffee run from Mrs Hall and Miss Burrell! Just what we needed to get going on a soggy Thursday! pic.twitter.com/fMtSjL8QPB— VIPS () September 26, 2024

26/09/24

On Thursday afternoon, Mr Littleton took a group of Year 6 children to Invicta to take part in the VIAT Trampette ball tournament. Our INCREDIBLE children showed unbelievable teamwork and skill to finish the tournament as CHAMPIONS! We are so proud of each and every one of them! pic.twitter.com/TXomgq7NDI— VIPS () September 26, 2024

25/09/24

Our intrepid explorers from Yr6 have visited the Oxfam Supply Centre in Bicester. They enjoyed a personal tour to discover how and where supplies are distributed to in response to conflict, famines, flood and other humanitarian disasters. Making tap stands was a real high light! pic.twitter.com/0t2W4cgfHQ— VIPS () September 25, 2024

23/09/24

Turtles have been focusing on their knowledge of diary entries in English recently; today, we recapped the events in our book, ‘The Butterfly Lion,’ by creating a story map to help plan our own diary entry! pic.twitter.com/3G2rJgDPDz— VIPS () September 23, 2024

19/09/24

To celebrate DESIGN SPARK DAY, Team Stingray studied the life and work of fashion designer Alexander McQueen. As part of their focus, the children created a mood board and even had a go at some mono printing of McQueen’s iconic swallow design. pic.twitter.com/KnLwtNEnYT— VIPS () September 19, 2024

10/09/24

Turtles have made a fantastic start to this week’s writing! Miss Burrell has been unbelievably impressed with the quality of the children’s writing and their knowledge of adjectives to describe Timbivati, the setting for ‘The Butterfly Lion’! pic.twitter.com/UfPEnCvqyY— VIPS () September 10, 2024

03/09/24

Turtles have had a brilliant start to Year 4! Miss Burrell has been thoroughly impressed by both our art skills and our writing skills as we wrote our postcards, explaining the fun summer that we’ve enjoyed! pic.twitter.com/YIW2ZuB6A2— VIPS () September 3, 2024

12/07/24

Good Bye and Good Luck to our amazing Year 6 Class! https://t.co/KUCWwqlbh2— VIPS () July 12, 2024

11/07/24

This week, Year 5 have been learning about the key development milestones of a baby’s first year! We created our own creative timelines to show each event! pic.twitter.com/jhr7ZQIhfa— VIPS () July 11, 2024

04/07/24

A huge thank you to one of our parents who has kindly donated new book for our Library pic.twitter.com/dHJggg1UJF— VIPS () July 4, 2024

02/07/24

Stingray class visited Kent Police HQ for their annual open day. The children were treated to demonstrations on how the police keep us safe, including the opportunity to witness a fantastic Police dog training session and information workshops on safety awareness! pic.twitter.com/xUIsapiUsJ— VIPS () July 2, 2024

21/06/24

As if the Year 6 aren't frazzled enough, they then had to solve a series of mental and physical challenges.They are so resilient! 😁 pic.twitter.com/YmIo8318mi— VIPS () June 21, 2024

21/06/24

Starfish had an art workshop with Mrs Guthrie this week. We made rangoli patterns, influenced by Van Gough’s sunflowers. pic.twitter.com/Xzulj0bcfm— VIPS () June 21, 2024

20/06/24

Year 6 are having a fantastic time at PGL this week, Mr L's group have started the day with Jacob's Ladder! Mrs Hilton's group started the day with a friendly duel. Fortunately, nobody was mortally wounded, so that was a plus! 😁 pic.twitter.com/cVeTxz1gsW— VIPS () June 20, 2024

20/06/24

Shark Class have had lots of fun with the parachute and started making some art work for our display. We had so much fun! pic.twitter.com/QOKsUheDml— VIPS () June 20, 2024

07/06/24

Look at these incredible hanging baskets that some of our Year 5 and 6 girls have been making in macrame club! We are so thrilled with the stunning results! pic.twitter.com/EsvbPK0x3G— VIPS () June 7, 2024

23/05/24

Some budding Key Stage 1 artists from across the VIAT Trust gathered at Kings Hill on Monday morning to attend a print making workshop. We looked at the artist Yayoi Kusama and produced some beautiful work in response to her style. pic.twitter.com/LKCX7QE8H4— VIPS () May 23, 2024

21/05/24

This week, to finish off our Rivers topic in Geography, Dolphin class have been making their very own 3D salt-dough river models! The River Nile has never looked so three-dimensional! Fingers crossed, they’ll be dry enough to paint on Friday! pic.twitter.com/rN9JLHtI4U— VIPS () May 21, 2024

17/05/24

A HUGE well done to our INCREDIBLE Stingrays for their amazing effort, determination, and superb attitude during SATS week! We honestly couldn’t be prouder of them! pic.twitter.com/AGF3f76NMr— VIPS () May 17, 2024

17/05/24

The Kings Hill ducks have moved residency. They are now living the dream on a farm, with cows, horses, goats, dogs, cats, chickens and guinea pigs. Please keep an eye out for future updates. pic.twitter.com/TgIJjycOCk— VIPS () May 17, 2024

16/05/24

Seals class have been learning how to draw and shade a hibiscus flower in their Sketchbook lesson this week. Look at these fabulous examples! pic.twitter.com/HfGg8zGOFW— VIPS () May 16, 2024

14/05/24

Year 5 have been exploring 3D shapes using nets. We created our own paper models, trying to predict the 3D shape from the net and seeing if we were correct! pic.twitter.com/xkJfGi9ADW— VIPS () May 14, 2024

09/05/24

A group of Yr6 children went to St Thomas Becket Church in Capel. During this visit, the children took part in a fascinating workshop where they were able to explore the history of the church, it’s role within Christianity & the beautiful wall paintings that adorn the walls. pic.twitter.com/FdTgYrSwAx— VIPS () May 9, 2024

Design and Technology (DT)

At Valley Invicta Primary School at Kings Hill, our carefully designed curriculum prepares children to take part in the development of today’s rapidly changing world. This subject encourages children to become autonomous and creative problem-solvers, both as individuals and sometimes as part of a team. The cross-curricular nature of our design and technology scheme of work teaches practical skills and an understanding of aesthetic, social and environmental issues. This allows children to reflect on and evaluate present and past design and technology, its uses and its impacts. 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. Our children enjoy designing and making for a real purpose and often sell their work at planned events to raise money for charities and for the school.

Assessment

Design and Technology knowledge gathering and learning are collected and recorded in sketchbooks from Year 1 to Year 6. 

Children are encouraged to use these creatively. Each child is unique; sketchbooks reflect this as children develop their independence and creativity.

Teachers assess children’s knowledge, understanding and skills in Design and Technology by making observations of children working and by giving verbal feedback. Q-Matrix questions are devised to deepen understanding, forming an important part of formative assessment. Hinge questions ensure that children are ready to make progress and low-stakes knowledge checks are used to revisit key facts to help children retain information about designers, movements, craftworkers and techniques.

Children and teachers use green and pink highlighters to identify which steps to success the children have mastered. This identifies whether more time or support is needed to complete tasks or deepen understanding.

Children are encouraged to be critical of their own work and that of others through reflective self and peer evaluations. Teachers celebrate the learning journey that the children have experienced and the final outcomes with a short, written statement.

Find out more about how DT is taught at Kings Hill here.

For more information about our curriculum, please click here.

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