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DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

At Aston Manor Academy, Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject which prepares all young people to live and work in the ‘design and make’ world.

Design and Technology has cross-curricular links with most subjects taught at AMA, whether it is practical or theoretical, through different elements of teaching. The vision is to see students progress in their own way, no matter what their background, culture, or upbringing. Bringing students’ ‘Character and Culture’ together is what will help them develop in design and technology, expressing their talents through designing and making, regardless of ability. We are focused on giving students the tools, knowledge, and skills they need to become more effective, more experienced, and more efficient learners.

In KS3, students follow a carousel system covering four disciplines of D&T. With a close focus on the National Curriculum, we offer a broad range of projects that cater for all students, regardless of ability. The transferable skills acquired will support students to achieve in all walks of life, and help develop confidence and independence. Through designing and making, Design and Technology at Aston Manor Academy allows students to be all different, all equal and all achieving.

TERM DATES & INSET DAYS

AUTUMN 2023

2023-2024

4 September 2023 27 October 2023 6 November 2023 23 December 2023

SPRING 2024

2023-2024

8 January 2024 9 February 2024 19 February 2024 22 March 2024

SUMMER 2024

2023-2024

8 April 2024 24 May 2024 3 June 2024 22 July 2024

INSET Day

2023-2024

16 June 2023

SPORTS ACADEMY AWARDS EVENING

18 May 2023

GCSE EXAM RESULTS

24 August 2023