The EllisChurch Of England Primary School

‘Be The Best You Can Be’

Being a designer

A year 1 designer

• I can use my own ideas to make something.
• I can describe how something works.
• I can cut food safely.
• I can make a product which moves.
• I can make my model stronger.
• I can explain to someone else how I want to make my product.
• I can choose appropriate resources and tools.
• I can make a simple plan before making.

A year 2 designer

• I can think of an idea and plan what to do next.
• I can choose tools and materials and explain why I have chosen them.
• I can join materials and components in different ways.
• I can explain what went well with my work.
• I can explain why I have chosen specific textiles.
• I can measure materials to use in a model or structure.
• I can describe the ingredients I am using.

A year 3 designer

• I can prove that my design meets some set criteria.
• I can follow a step-by-step plan, choosing the right equipment and materials.
• I can design a product and make sure that it looks attractive.
• I can choose a textile for both its suitability and its appearance.
• I can select the most appropriate tools and techniques for a given task.
• I can make a product which uses both electrical and mechanical components.
• I can work accurately to measure, make cuts and make holes.
• I can describe how food ingredients come together.

A year 4 designer

• I can use ideas from other people when I am designing.
• I can produce a plan and explain it.
• I can evaluate and suggest improvements for my designs.
• I can evaluate products for both their purpose and appearance.
• I can explain how I have improved my original design.
• I can present a product in an interesting way.
• I can measure accurately.
• I can persevere and adapt my work when my original ideas do not work.
• I know how to be both hygienic and safe when using food.

A year 5 designer

• I can come up with a range of ideas after collecting information from different sources.
• I can produce a detailed, step-by-step plan.
• I can suggest alternative plans; outlining the positive features and draw backs.
• I can explain how a product will appeal to a specific audience.
• I can evaluate appearance and function against original criteria.
• I can use a range of tools and equipment competently.
• I can make a prototype before make a final version.
• I show that I can be both hygienic and safe in the kitchen.

A year 6 designer

• I can use market research to inform my plans and ideas.
• I can follow and refine my plans.
• I can justify my plans in a convincing way.
• I can show that I consider culture and society in my plans and designs.
• I show that I can test and evaluate my products.
• I can explain how products should be stored and give reasons.
• I can work within a budget.
• I can evaluate my product against clear criteria.