Food Technology: Year 9              Number of lessons per fortnight: 2

Curriculum

In Year 9, pupils are given the opportunity to study select, basic concepts from GCSE level to give them a feel for the course next year if they wish to study Food Technology further. Pupils will begin to learn the more technical side of the subject, studying topics such as quality control, pre-manufactured components and the use of additives. Pupils will undertake a more challenging design and make task of producing products that have an edible case and can be eaten on the go.

Practical lessons:Spring rolls, crepes and caramelised banana, pizzas and calzones, fruit pie, Danish pastries and chocolate tart.

Please note: Our school kindly provides basic store cupboard ingredients.  Pupils will be expected to bring in some more specialist ingredients and large containers for each practical lesson.

Assessment:

Students are assessed on both their written and practical work. 

Written work (class work and homework) is marked for effort, presentation and attainment. 

Practical work is marked through observation for effort, ability to work independently, their skill with using equipment and the quality of the food made.

It is vital pupils bring in the required ingredients for practical so they can be assessed.

Homework:

Students are set homework once a fortnight. Pupils are expected to complete homework on time or they will not be allowed to participate in practical lessons. 

Pupils will be given homework booklets at the start of term, which will gradually be completed through out the year.

Contact:

Ms Lindsay Wotton