Food Technology

At Mackellar Primary School we use Design Technologies, Food Studies and Nutrition in our Food Technology classes using the Victorian curriculum. The Food Studies and Nutrition part of our learning aims to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to ensure that students can become critical learners 

During our sessions, senior students have had the opportunity to use their understandings and apply their knowledge and preferences for flavours and spices. They have explored cooking with chicken and eggs sourced from our school chicken coop that were harvested by the Gardening club students. In return, all classes send vegetable cuttings back to the chickens, which are always well received.

The junior grades have been completing the five food groups series, applying their understanding of the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating that underpins our learning. 

The grade 3’s have been comparing food models across Asia and preparing a selection of Asian style foods. The grade 4’s have been exploring pastry and its adaptability in cooking sweet and savoury foods.

During the EXPO for Education week 3.5kg popcorn, 2.5kg sugar and kg. butter was used to make Caramel popcorn.

Sally Wilson

Food Technology