Design and Technology
Head of Department: Pardeep Singh
Deputy Head of Department: Emily White
Members of Department:
- Lydia Evans
- Juliet Birch
- Paula Higgins
Technicians:
- Halima Choudhury
The Design and Technology department at Morpeth is a multi-disciplinary department. We have five specialist teachers who are supported by very competent technicians . The department is very well resourced having its own fully networked ICT suite, subject specialist rooms and a range of specialist equipment including a laser cutter, a variety of sewing machines and printing equipment.
At Morpeth we teach Design and Technology within and beyond the framework laid down by the National Curriculum for D&T. Design and Technology helps to develop pupils' skills through collaborative working and problem-solving, and knowledge in design and materials. We aim to instil a sense of pride and accomplishment in designing and making. Pupils are challenged at their own level and all success is recognised.
We also aim to make our students aware of the value of Design &Technology and how it links with other subjects they are studying and also within wider society. Through our curriculum we ensure that all pupils are aware of current development in the area of technology, design and the wider field of craft.
We find that by giving every student a broad range of Design and Technology experiences, through Product Design, Textile Design and Food Preparation and Nutrition, we bring out the very best in each individual student and instil a love of design.
