KS3 Subject Intent
The KS3 Food Technology curriculum is designed to develop all students into confident, skilful, knowledgeable and articulate individuals who have a love for a subject which develops essential life skills which they can take forward into the upper school and hopefully transfer to home. The KS3 schemes of work cover a 10-week block within the creative subjects’ rotation in years 7-9. Essentially the students will learn a range of practical skills using a variety of ingredients and equipment, they will learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle and how nutrition is essential to the healthy functioning of the body and mind. In addition, they will be required to respond to clear guidance and also work safely and hygienically as part of a team, helping one another during lessons.
KS4 Subject Intent
At Key stage 4 the students who opt to choose Food will be following theNCFE Food and Cookery L1&2 course during which time the student’s passion for cooking will be nurtured, and their practical skills developed to a higher level in the planning, adapting, designing and making of a wide range of recipes to suit a variety of lifestyles. Their understanding of the chemical and functional properties of food alongside the national benefits of a healthy diet will closely link with aspects of science and PE. In addition, they will also learn about the environmental impact of consumer choice and food production. The course will be completed by two NEA assessments plus a final written paper
