Craft and Technology

Design & Technology (D&T) Unit

Our Objectives

• To investigate real-life issues by empathising with users, identifying design needs, and exploring opportunities through thorough research

• To create and test prototypes to ensure their designs effectively address practical needs

Our Programmes

ALP Integration in Design and Technology with Design Thinking

• Engage in hands-on learning beyond theoretical studies

• Apply the Design Thinking Process (DTP) Model, integrated within the school's Applied Learning Programme (ALP)

• Generate and refine solutions, using mock-ups to perfect their designs

  Collaborative Learning Event: Exploring D&T at East Zone Excellence

• Exchange ideas and deepen understanding of the Design and Technology programme through exhibition showcases with various schools

  Empowering Primary School Partners through Design Thinking

• Upper Secondary students mentor Primary 5 students from Haig Girls Primary School

• Aims to help them apply the Design Thinking Process (DTP) model to identify and solve challenges in their environment

• Encourage collaborative group work

Gratitude

Students use CAD to bring their solutions to life, a tribute to their parents by addressing challenges they face with heartfelt gratitude.

Respect

Guided by empathy and respect for real-world challenges, students design thoughtful mockups to cater to diverse needs.

Compassion

Students engage in joyful learning as they explore ideas and passionately design to tackle opportunities identified through the Design Thinking Process, demonstrating compassion for users.

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Art Unit

Our Objectives

• Integrate art education across the curriculum, including in non-art subjects like history

• Develop students' creativity, communication skills, and understanding of art’s cultural and societal role

• Expose students to diverse art forms to foster lifelong appreciation and meaningful engagement with art

Our Programmes

Enrichment Programme on Digital Arts

• Foster creativity and technical proficiency through guided instruction and hands-on exploration

• Develop a strong understanding of contemporary digital art tools via Broadrick Secondary School's enrichment program

  Sec 4: Learning Journey to NAFA & National Gallery 

• Part of the Upper Secondary art history and contemporary artistic practices curriculum

• Includes a museum trip to NAFA and the National Gallery

Lower Sec:  Collaboration Art x Humanities @ The Straits Gallery

• Broadrick's Art and Humanities Collaborative enriches education through interdisciplinary inquiry combining art and academics

• Provides students with opportunities to explore, innovate, and make meaningful connections between artistic expression and scholarly study

• Reflects the school’s commitment to holistic education

Singapore Youth Festival 2024

• Students create and submit quality artworks for national competitions using their knowledge of different art mediums

  Art Decal on Overhead Bridge at Old Airport Road

• Art Competition organized by Broadrick Secondary School in collaboration with the Mountbatten Citizens' Consultative Committee (CCC)

• Open to Secondary 1–3 students to design art decals

• Selected artworks will be displayed at the Pedestrian Overhead Bridge (POB) across Old Airport Road

Gratitude

Grateful for the opportunity to explore creativity beyond the classroom walls.

Respect

Art that uplifts, respects, and connects the community.

Compassion

Stairs of kindness, built with brushstrokes of compassion.

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Nutrition and Food Science Unit (NFS)

Our Objectives

• To empower students to make informed decisions as discerning consumers

Our Programmes

Lower Secondary – Supermarket Tour

• Sec 1 students go on a guided supermarket tour with FCE teachers

• Learn tips for making economical and healthy food choices

Lower Secondary – In-Vend My Meal!

• NFS unit collaborated with Chef-in-Box (JR Vending) to raise awareness of Food Innovation and Technology

• Programme aims to nurture future-ready learners

• As part of alternative assessment, FCE students design and create healthy fusion dishes suitable for vending machines

  Lower Secondary – Ice-cream making workshop

• Sec 1 G1 students participate in an ice-cream making workshop as part of their enrichment programme

• Hands-on activity combines fun with learning

• Students learn the ice cream-making process and understand the effects of impurities during freezing

  Upper Secondary – Food Science and Sensory Evaluation workshop

• Sec 3 G3 students attend a 3-hour workshop at Temasek Polytechnic (School of Applied Sciences)

• Explore common food starches through experiments on thickening and freezing properties under various conditions

• Conduct sensory evaluations of different starch formulations in the sensory evaluation room

Upper Secondary – Molecular Gastronomy workshop

• Sec 3 G2 students learn techniques such as spherification, emulsification, and powderisation using new technologies and natural texturing agents

• Apply skills to deconstruct desserts and cocktails

• Combine knowledge of food science and culinary arts

Upper Secondary – Elective Module: Culinary and Pastry & Baking by SHATEC

• Sec 3 G2 & G1 students enroll in a basic pastry and baking skills programme

• Gain hands-on experience using Food & Beverage industrial equipment

• Participate in interactive sessions with trainers who are former chefs from renowned establishments

Gratitude

Baking memories and gratitude into every layer.

Respect

Respecting every step of the process, from preparation to presentation.

Compassion

Blending ideas and kindness in every dish.