3D Design
'A Loyola 3D Design student produces work that is both thoughtful and highly polished. They don't just follow instructions; they conduct deep research to find unique inspirations and can explain exactly how those ideas influenced their designs. Every material or digital tool is chosen with a specific purpose, showing technical skill and constant refinement. Throughout their project, they clearly document their progress, showing how they learned from mistakes and improved their work. The final result is a professional, personal response that shows a masterly grasp of shapes, space, and detail.'
Art
'An upper-ability student is defined by their independence, critical engagement, and purposeful experimentation. They move beyond surface-level execution to demonstrate a "sustained line of reasoning," using specialist vocabulary to record insightful, personal judgments rather than simple observations. High-performing students show a sophisticated command of visual language, taking calculated risks with media to refine their ideas and building "meaningful responses" that are deeply informed by a critical understanding of professional contexts.'
Food Technology
‘A Loyola student at Key Stage 3 demonstrates a burgeoning technical independence and ethical curiosity, moving from basic food preparation to a disciplined understanding of nutrition and kitchen science. They are characterised by their mastery of the "Cook's Toolkit"—prioritizing safety, hygiene, and precision in knife skills—while beginning to explore the functional properties of ingredients and the principles of the Eatwell Guide. In the spirit of "Cura Personalis," these students reflect on food provenance and sustainability, recognising their role as global citizens who view cooking as both a vital life skill and a means of caring for the health and well-being of themselves and others’
Design & Technology
'A Loyola student identifies design possibilities through a comprehensive investigation of user needs, social effects, and the work of others. They produce a comprehensive design brief and specification with a high level of justification that fully informs the subsequent design stages. Their work features innovative ideas that fully avoid design fixation , supported by detailed development and excellent modelling. They manufacture an exceptionally high quality prototype with very close tolerances. Finally, they demonstrate extensive iterations driven by comprehensive testing and well-considered feedback from third parties.'