Cambridge OCR CPD Opportunities for D&T Teachers

Published 15th September 2025

Cambridge OCR has announced a comprehensive series of free and low-cost professional development events for 2025–26, designed to support teachers of GCSE and A-level design and technology. Whether you’re new to the qualifications or looking to deepen your understanding of assessment and the NEA, these online sessions provide valuable insights, resources and opportunities to engage directly with OCR subject specialists.

Upcoming Events

Ask the Subject Advisor: GCSE Design and Technology (J310) (Q&A)
Free to attend - 23 September 2025, 4:00–5:00
An interactive opportunity to ask OCR’s Subject Advisor your questions, share challenges, and gain pointers towards useful resources.
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Starting to Teach: A Level Design and Technology (H404, H405, H406)
Free to attend - 2 October 2025, 4:00–6:00 | 12 May 2026, 4:00–6:00
Aimed at those new to teaching A Level D&T, this webinar will guide you through key elements of the specification, assessment, and classroom delivery.
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Exam Review: A Level Design and Technology – Design Engineering (H404)
Free to attend - 8 October 2025, 4:00–5:00
A review of the most recent exam series, highlighting student performance, outcomes, and key lessons for classroom practice.
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Exam Review: GCSE Design and Technology (J310)
Free to attend -  13 October 2025 4:00 - 5:00
An overview of the latest exam series outcomes with insights into student performance to support teaching and learning.
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Starting to Teach: GCSE Design and Technology (J310)
Free to attend - 14 October 2025, 4:00–6:00pm
Essential support for teachers new to OCR’s GCSE (9–1) in D&T, with practical advice on content delivery and assessment.
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Ask the Moderator: GCSE Design and Technology (J310) (Q&A)
Free to attend - 13 November 2025, 4:00–5:00pm | 11 March 2026, 4:00–5:00pm
A chance to put your questions directly to OCR’s internal assessment experts.
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Ask the Moderator: A Level Design Engineering and Product Design (H404, H406) (Q&A)
Free to attend - 20 November 2025, 4:00–5:00pm
Direct access to OCR moderators to ask assessment-related questions and clarify expectations.
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Why Attend?

These sessions are ideal for both new and experienced teachers, offering:

• Direct interaction with subject advisors and moderators
• Insights from recent exam series
• Guidance on assessment and specification requirements
• Support with teaching strategies and resources

All events take place online, making them easy to access wherever you are.