Free NACE webinar: lighting the spark in D&T
Published 17th March 2026
Primary teachers are invited to join a free live webinar on Wednesday 6th May 2026, from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, exploring how to ignite curiosity and creativity in young learners through design & technology. Hosted online by NACE, in partnership with the Design & Technology Association, this session promises practical strategies to help pupils become confident designers, problem-solvers and innovators.
Inspiring curiosity and creativity in the classroom
Led by Lol Conway, Curriculum and Professional Development Manager at the Design & Technology Association, the webinar will focus on creating high-challenge, high-engagement D&T experiences. Teachers will discover how open-ended design challenges can encourage deep thinking, foster problem-solving skills, and provide appropriate stretch for able and curious pupils.
The session will explore why design & technology is such a powerful subject for developing creativity, independence and real-world thinking. Practical approaches will show how to embed the design process effectively in primary classrooms, while keeping lessons achievable, purposeful and engaging. Attendees will gain simple ideas to deliver projects that excite pupils, promote depth of learning, and support creative innovation from EYFS through to KS2.
About the presenter
Lol Conway brings 14 years of teaching experience across primary and secondary phases, including leadership roles where she transformed underperforming departments into outstanding faculties. She has extensive experience designing cohesive D&T curricula, supporting smooth transitions between key stages. In her current role at the Design & Technology Association, Lol champions inclusive, engaging D&T and helps teachers build confident, innovative learners.
This free webinar is open to all schools and ideal for primary practitioners looking to enhance their D&T provision. Teachers can register online and are encouraged to share the session with colleagues who could benefit.
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