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Essential H&S for D&T Workshop Technicians, The aim of this new D&T Association training course is to provide both new and existing workshop technicians with the essential knowledge and understanding of H&S that will help them to provide quality support to staff and students in schools and colleges. Who should attend the course? This training will benefit all workshop technicians in Secondary schools, colleges and other education establishments. The course is suitable for both new technicians wishing to gain...
Invitation to Tender for Key Research into ‘KS3 Inspired by Industry’ Programme, We are inviting interested organisations to submit proposals for research into the impact of our 'KS3 Inspired by Industry' projects. This initiative, aimed specifically at Key Stage 3 students, seeks to explore how real-world industry exposure is influencing young learners and shaping their career aspirations in STEM fields. Thanks to the generous support from our industry partners—Enginuity, Atkins Réalis, and AssetTagz—who have provided the necessary funding, we are now able to commission this vital research....
Inclusive by Design Webinar, Yesterday we delivered a webinar featuring speakers from our latest issue of Designing magazine. The webinar introduced various products and initiatives designed to inspire attendees about how to integrate inclusivity in D&T classrooms. Key Speakers: Paul Woodward (D&T Association) kicked off the webinar by discussing how design is fundamentally about finding solutions to problems that can enhance people's lives. Paul showcased tools like the Braille Box, which supports students with visual impairments. The session highlighted how such inclusive design practices can be integrated into D
Leanne Mee, Leanne founded The STEM Workshop in 2018, to be able to have a wider impact on school engagement across the STEM subjects and to support in raising children's aspirations. Having become increasingly frustrated with the demise of Design and Technology at the time in many schools locally, particularly in primary schools Leanne decided to work independently to support schools in developing their provision. Leanne works with various schools, training centres and organisations on a regular basis, she also supports schools nationwide through offering training and consultancy...
Jon Reeves, Jon is currently Head of Design and Technology and Business Enterprise at Les Beaucamps High School on the beautiful island of Guernsey. Jon has experience of being on SLT as an Assistant Headteacher and has worked on curriculum development and setting up and leading a successful and thriving D&T department. He is also involved in leading on Teaching and Learning. Jon is available to work nationally and internationally and is well travelled and competent in some languages including Spanish and Portuguese.
Projects on a Page: Early Key Stage 2 Pack of Nine Planners, New planner for 2023 Year 3-6 The Key Practitioners- focuses on a selection of recommended key individuals from across the design and technology specialisms. This is focused for KS2 but can be delivered at any time across those year groups. The planner gives your ideas for how you can incorporate key individuals into your planning and units of work as well as giving you an overview of each of the...
What tools, equipment and materials should we buy for KS1 and KS2?, The tools, equipment and materials each individual school buys will depend on the projects they plan to carry out, what children actually design and make and the outcomes from risk assessments. The resources purchased should also comply with local authority, employer and school health and safety policy and guidance. Your school’s long-term plan for D&T should be referred to when deciding what to buy. If you don’t have a long-term plan, an example long-term plan that will...
Design Engineer Construct, Content: The presentation will run through the 'Design, Engineer, Construct!' programme and introduce the SOS (Sustainable Outreach Shelter) brief. DEC is an alternative programme and qualification you may which to try with your students. In this session Daniel McDonagh will run through his experience of the programme an share various resources, inspiring your student to explore opportunities in civil engineering and construction. Learning Outcomes: Understand the structure of the DEC programme to see if it may be applicable
Paul Spencer, Prior to entering Higher Education in 2005, I worked in three secondary schools. During that time, I have been a Head of Department, Head of Faculty and finally Assistant Headteacher in a large 11-18 secondary school. In each school I was responsible for modernising the Design and Technology curriculum and improving GCSE and ‘A’ level examination results. I have been a GCSE and A level examiner as well as an Engineering Lead Diploma Practitioner for the Specialist Schools and Academy Trust. I have a particular interest in electronics...
Nominate Now for the Design & Technology Association Excellence Awards 2025!, Nominate Now for the Design & Technology Association Excellence Awards 2025! Celebrate Excellence in D&T The Design & Technology Association Excellence Awards 2025 are your chance to celebrate the outstanding individuals and teams making a real difference in design and technology education. Whether it’s an inspiring primary or secondary teacher, a dedicated student, a hardworking department, or an industry partner shaping the future of D&T, now is the time to...
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