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This award sponsored by WJEC CBAC will be presented to a pupil who can demonstrate that D&T has: Made a positive impact on their overall school experience and Allowed them to demonstrate high levels of motivation, enthusiasm, and achievement within the subject, or Will be awarded to a pupil who has excelled academically within design and technology and can demonstrate exceptional levels of attainment within the subject. The award has been broken down across ages recognising that pupils may...
Primary D&T Roadshow, The Primary D&T Roadshow is a collaboration between STEM Learning and the Design & Technology Association, aimed at strengthening teachers’ confidence and subject knowledge in primary design & technology. You will explore what high-quality D&T looks like in practice and support teachers to distinguish authentic D&T from craft-based activities. You will be introduced to the essential elements of effective D&T, emphasising purposeful projects, creativity, problem-solving and opportunities for genuine pupil decision-making. You will spend time unpacking...
Inspired by Industry Pentagram, Inspired by Industry: PentagramThis context invites students to explore how success can be recognised through the design of awards and trophies, inspired by Pentagram’s work on the UEFA Europa Conference League Trophy. Pupils follow a full design–make–evaluate process, from empathising with users to developing and prototyping ideas in CAD or with physical models. They can investigate form, symbolism, ergonomics, and materials, as well as rapid prototyping processes such as 3D printing or casting. Creative freedom is encouraged alongside technical skills in visual communication, modelling,
Crumble – 39mm plastic wheel, Crumble – 39mm plastic wheel 39mm wheel to push-fit onto the axle of the geared motor. Prices include VAT. If you add these items to your Crumble (Starter Pack, Class Pack or Switch Pack) order no additional P&P costs will be applied, however if ordered separately there will be an additional charge. Orders will be dispatched from Mindsets UK.
The Big D&T Meet returns for 2026, The Big D&T Meet is back on Friday 10th July 2026, continuing its role as a national gathering for teachers, technicians, leaders, and industry partners involved in design and technology education. Since its launch in 2024, the event has grown into a vibrant space where professionals can share ideas, reflect on practice, and celebrate the creativity and impact of the subject. Rooted in classroom practice Created in response to a clear...
Engineering Skills Conference Highlights Need for Youth-Centric Approaches to Bridge Sector Skills Gap, Over 160 delegates gathered at BMet’s Matthew Boulton College in Birmingham for the 2024 Engineering Skills Conference, co-hosted by Next Gen Makers and MSC Industrial Supply Co. UK. The conference brought together industry leaders, young apprentices, and teachers, united by a goal to inspire, attract, retain, and develop new talent within the engineering sector. The event commenced with presentations from speakers, including Chris Corkan of Make UK, Katherine Watson from WISE, Calum...
Nanotechnology – Small really is beautiful, Trying to keep up with the latest advances in technologies can be a daunting and never-ending quest, and it is often tempting to take stock and try to understand what we have, rather than chase the latest development or trend. In my house I’m last in line to inherit the hand-me-down phone or tablet and while I constantly urge myself to keep up with what’s next, I sometimes take refuge in what I’ve got and what works for me. Then I go...
Working with sliders and levers - PowerPoints YR1/2, Age 5-7 yearsFirst published 2011 This resource has teacher and pupil PowerPoints with a step by step approach to creating mechanisms involving sliders, levers and linkages and which show completed projects to inspire teachers and children. There are plenty of teacher tips and examples of inspiring ideas to help you guide children in making design decisions. It includes templates to support the making of the projects, which will be useful for staff training and possibly
Focus Fairground Single Licence, An exciting interactive program designed to aid the teaching of projects based on the ‘Fairgrounds’ scheme of work. Structured to encourage students of all abilities to conduct research into the design of ride layouts, mechanisms and electric circuits, this simple-to-use learning aid combines six topic areas with 18 fully controllable animations of fairground rides. Focus on Fairground Rides delivers a comprehensive educational package that’s equally useful as a teaching aid, learning resource or research tool. Topic areas covered include: Pulley systems...
Inspired by Industry RAF, Inspired by Industry: RAF This context allows students to explore temporary shelter design for various situations, from humanitarian aid to pop-up market stalls and pet carriers. The project encourages material exploration, testing for properties like insulation and waterproofing, and considering collapsible structures and mechanical systems. Students can create physical or CAD prototypes, with testing methods ranging from virtual FEA analysis to hands-on team challenges like building and water-testing shelters. The project supports individual and group work, fostering problem-solving and...
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