GLF Schools

GLF Schools

GLF Schools was founded in 2012 in order to enable the federation of Glyn School (an academy in 2011) and Danetree Junior School. Together, we began our journey to become a MAT of more than 1000 talented staff working with over 10,000 children in 40 schools across 5 regions in southern England.

Our Schools

Banbury Region

Banstead Region

Berkshire & Hampshire Region

Caterham Region

Crawley Region

Didcot Region

Epsom Region

London Boroughs

Redhill Region

Sunbury & Camberley Region

Design and Technology

D&T

At Longford Park Primary School, our Design and Technology curriculum encourages children to become innovative thinkers and problem solvers. Through hands-on activities, we inspire curiosity and creativity, helping children develop practical skills while understanding how technology and design shape the world around us.

Through our GLF Curriculum, children design, make and evaluate a range of products. Through the interdisciplinary curriculum, they use knowledge from other subjects such as Science and Maths to create unique end products. For example, in Year 4 children design and make a motorised CAM toy for a ‘Great Exhibition’ and in Year 5 children carry out market research and create a product for teachers that can see around corners. Our D&T curriculum teaches children to think critically and enables them to develop knowledge and skills which will be valuable for their future.

How can I support my child with Design and Technology?

Encourage Building and Crafting

If possible, provide materials for your child to build simple structures or models.

Explore Everyday Technology

Discuss how household items work and encourage curiosity about how things are made.

Involve Them in Projects

Let your child help with simple home DIY projects, giving them the opportunity to apply problem-solving skills.

Useful Weblinks:

STEM website - Offers a wide range of resources for primary school students to learn about design, engineering, and technology through interactive activities, challenges, and projects.

BBC Bitesize: Design and Technology - Videos, and quizzes that cover various aspects of Design and Technology, including structures, mechanisms, and food technology.

The Design Museum - Resources that introduce children to the world of design, encouraging them to think creatively and understand how products are made.