DT

  • How did you design your curriculum?

  • How have you made sure you are covering the National Curriculum?

  • What is your intent for D.T?

  • How does D.T contribute to children’s cultural capital?

  • Could you outline the breadth in the D.T curriculum?

  • What is your approach to spacing in your curriculum?

  • What is your model of progression in D.T?

  • How do you monitor that your curriculum maps are being implemented effectively?

  • How clearly defined are your end points on your curriculum maps?

  • How do you assess learning in D.T?

  • Could you tell me what I would see in lessons?

  • Could you tell me what I would see in the children’s books?

  • What does greater depth in D.T look like?

  • How good is your curriculum for all pupils?

  • Do you have any underachieving groups?

  • What is attainment on entry?

  • How does D.T contribute to the development of literacy and numeracy skills?

  • How does D.T support the development of SMSC?

Impact:

  • How long have you been subject leader for D.T?

  • What are the expectations of subject leaders in your school?

  • What are your main roles and responsibilities as subject leader for D.T?

  • Can you outline your leadership strengths and areas to develop as D.T subject leader?

  • Do you receive any non-contact time and if yes, how is it used?

  • Can you explain the 2-3 key priorities you are working on this year as D.T subject leader?

  • Is D.T well resourced?

  • Can you give me an example of a leadership action you took and the impact it has had on standards in D.T?

  • What CPD have teachers had to help them deliver the D.T curriculum effectively?

  • What do governors know about D.T?

  • Do you have a policy for D.T?