Craft & Technology

Vision

Curiosity and Imagination DRIVES Innovation

Mission

Embracing INNOVATION as LEARNING Developing CREATIVITY as a SKILL

By the end of a Bartleyan's education in Bartley Secondary School, a Bartleyan will be able to:

Design & Technology

• Cultivate visual-spatial thinking through sketching, experimenting and prototyping using appropriate materials and basic hand tools/equipment/machines safely.

• Develop an appreciation of function, aesthetics and technology in design through everyday products and their implication on sustainability.

• Exercise judgements for design appropriateness with respect to the users, functionality and the environment.

• Develop confidence and pride through turning ideas into physical objects

Food and Consumer Education

• Understand the importance of nutrition for long-term health.

• Apply basic principles of consumer education.

• Apply basic financial principles for everyday decision making and planning.

• Appreciate and develop an understanding of food, nutrition and trans-cultural awareness in the global context.

• Nurture and develop critical thinking, problem-solving and creativity, a spirit of enterprise, innovation, and aesthetic awareness; to make informed and discerning food and consumer-related decisions.

• Develop positive attitudes and values for the well-being of the community (families and society).

• Demonstrate effective and responsible use of resources for the individuals and the community.

Art

• Develop sensory awareness and imagination.

• Develop visual inquiry skills to discover and explore their surroundings.

• Acquire skills that enable them to describe and interpret artworks.

• Create artworks to share their ideas, thoughts and feelings.

• Cultivate a spirit of innovation and experimentation.

• Understand and value art from a variety of cultures and context.

• Develop self-confidence and sense of achievement

Mobile Robotics

• Develop capabilities and skills for problem-solving and critical thinking through automation and robotics;

• Apply and refine design approaches in automation and robotics towards a viable solution;

• Stimulate curiosity and interest in automated technology through design and build activities;

• Have an awareness of:
  4.1. the impact of automated technology on society, industry, business, home and leisure;
  as well as
  4.2. the changing and progressive nature of automated technology.

• Acquire knowledge and skills in preparation for post-secondary technical courses; and

• Incucate and practice safety consciousness and safe working habits.

Signature Programmes

Inculcating an appreciation of the Aesthetics & CT (ACT) through various platforms E2 Programme (eXcite & eXplore)

• Drawing up ICT-based and Collaborative learning lesson plans

a) E2@DT

• Outward Bound@ACT

  • Sec 1 Sketching and Technical Skills Workshop

  • Sec 3 AEM

  • Sec 4 Auto Desk & OEL to IKEA

BUILDING DESIGN SKILLS WORKSHOP

BUILDING DESIGN SKILLS WORKSHOP

b) E2@NFS

• Outward Bound@ACT

  • Sec 1 LJ to HPB

  • Sec 2 Hawker Culture Experience

  • Sec 3 Culinary & LJs to Farms & Factories

c)E2@Art

• Outward Bound@ACT

  • Sec 1 & 2 AEP for Visual & Performance Arts

  • Sec 1 LJ to National Gallery (SOVA)

  • Sec 1-3 exhibition of artworks

  • Sec 3 LJ to Singapore Gallery & Artist’s-led workshop

  • Sec 4 LJ to School’s Exhibition

Arts Experiential Programme Day

The Arts Experiential Programme is a dedicated day for Secondary 1 and 2 students focused on exposing them to diverse art forms. Through hands-on experiences, the programme aims to foster creativity, appreciation for the arts, and personal expression.

The day features a blend of:

• Cohort-Based Activities: Shared arts experiences for all students, such as a stop-motion animation demonstration or a live vocal performance.

2-Hour Workshops: Focused, hands-on sessions in various art disciplines like Art, Dance, Music, and Literature/Drama, allowing students to explore their interests.