New subject inspires tomorrow’s innovators at Eden Preston

Pupils at Eden Boys’ School, Preston have welcomed the introduction of a new creative element to the curriculum. Innovation, design and practical ‘making’ skills are all key components of the new Design and Technology curriculum, which has been introduced for key stage 3 pupils.

There has been a buzz around the subject from pupils as they try their hand at stimulating creative challenges to develop new skills, with textiles proving especially popular.

The introductory module has seen pupils learning about textiles this term. It has given pupils the opportunity to learn new practical skills and develop their fine motor skills, through functional tasks such as using a sewing machine.

Pupils have been challenged to achieve their sewing machine ‘driver’s license’, which involves learning the fundamentals of the machine, demonstrating basic stitches, as well as pivots, corners and more advanced decorative stiches.

During the autumn term, Year 7 pupils have learned about the technical side of textiles, such as the different types of fibres and methods of fabric constructions, as well as their use and properties. Meanwhile, Year 8 pupils have been investigating clothing – exploring sustainability and how to reduce their carbon footprint – and their Year 9 counterparts have been researching the latest cutting-edge textiles used for specialist roles, such as astronauts, Formula 1 drivers and fire fighters.

Added By: Star Academies | Date Added: 19th Dec 2022 | Posted In: Latest News