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Projects on a Page Planning

Projects on a Page: Your Go-To for Primary Design and Technology Planning, Since its launch in 2014, Projects on a Page has become a trusted companion for primary teachers across England, helping to bring the design and technology curriculum to life in a manageable and inspiring way. Whether you're new to the subject or looking to refresh your approach, this scheme of work is designed with you in mind. What is Projects on a Page? Projects on a Page is a comprehensive scheme of work developed by the Design & Technology...

Russell Townsend

Russell Townsend, Studied Furniture Design at the London College of Furniture before gaining a Certificate in Education in CDT (Craft, Design & Technology). Since then, I have taught Design & Technology in secondary schools for over thirty-five years and achieved an Art History degree with the Open University. I have taught D&T to all year groups and at exam level I have delivered courses in Product Design, Resistant Materials and Graphic Products.

Unpicking whole curriculum packages

Unpicking whole curriculum packages, In recent years many primary schools have bought into curriculum packages. There is a very wide range on offer – International Primary Curriculum, Cornerstones Curriculum, Essentials Curriculum, PlanBee, Twinkl PlanIt and Inspire Cornwall – to name just a few. Some provide planning and support for all subjects within a single resource, whilst others allow schools to buy specific subject plans or units of work according to their needs. Whether your school has purchased such a resource or is thinking of doing so, as a subject leader it is important to evaluate...

Live Podcast at AUB

Experience a Live Podcast at Arts University Bournemouth: Design, Technology, and Sustainability, Are you ready to explore the intersection of design, technology, and sustainability? Join us for an unforgettable live podcast experience with Designed for Life at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB). This exclusive event is your chance to dive deep into the world of design and innovation with leading experts and creators. Event Details Date: 5th February 2025 Location: Arts University Bournemouth campus Timings: ...

Dubai British School Jumeirah Park IBI

‘Inspired by Industry’ Mamas & Papas project brings real-world design into the classroom, Students at Dubai British School Jumeirah Park have taken creativity and problem-solving to the next level with the Mamas & Papas ‘Inspired by Industry’ project, developed by the Design & Technology Association for KS3. Connecting classroom learning with industry ‘Inspired by Industry’ challenges students to design products for a real client, guiding them through research, ideation, prototyping, and the production of final concepts. From surveying parents to exploring sustainable materials and ergonomic solutions, students learn to create functional, user-focused designs while...

GCSE Key Resources: Teacher Guide: Preparing a GCSE Scheme of Work

GCSE Key Resources: Teacher Guide: Preparing a GCSE Scheme of Work, Design and Technology GCSE Resources Teacher Guide: Preparing a GCSE Scheme of Work A guide to developing a robust and irresistible curriculum leading to success with the Design and Technology GCSE Ages 14-16First published 2016 This guide has been written to provide strategic guidance for preparing a scheme of work for the single subject Design and Technology GCSE. It does not provide a definitive scheme of work but a discussion of the key issues which need to be considered and a set of ‘tools...

'Designed for Life' Podcast Hits the Road!

'Designed for Life' Podcast Hits the Road!, In 2020, during lockdown, the 'Designed for Life' podcast was born. It aimed to share honest talks with designers, innovators, engineers, and manufacturers with teachers, students, parents, and industry leaders. Fast forward three years, with nearly 25,000 listeners worldwide, and we have taken the show on the road! This week, we were in Newcastle, hosted by John Smith and the Royal Grammar School Newcastle. Our guest, engineer Charlotte Chapman, shared her inspiring journey from school to designing incredible machines for Royal IHC with our CEO...

In Conversation with Will Butler Adams

Chief Executive Officer at Brompton Bicycle Ltd, Will Butler Adams, If you are intrigued by the art of leadership, especially how to lead an organisation through a period of profound change successfully, then you will love this podcast. Part one: Listen here. Part two: Listen here. If you are fascinated by the sheer art and skill required to manufacture anything that is high in quality and is designed and built to last, then you will love this podcast.If you find yourself conflicted between a societal push to consume more goods (requiring...

In conversation with Chris Black

Co-Owner of Sound Leisure Ltd, Chris Black, In this podcast, we are going to test your knowledge of UK manufacturing, your memory, and empathy for items that, by their very nature, invoke nostalgia, as we take you through a journey that transcends technological change and leads through a combination of determination, an 'old-fashioned' desire to be the very best in a field, and contains equal amounts of passion and innovation. 🎧 Listen here. Sound Leisure is a truly unique company. Built on one man's dream and passion for combining engineering and music, Sound Leisure...

Clive Grinyer

Clive Grinyer, Professor Clive Grinyer is an experienced design leader who has set up and led influential product, digital and service design teams in several international companies. He started his career with innovation consultancy IDEO in the US and was co-founder of the design consultancy Tangerine along with future Apple design chief Sir Jony Ive. He went on to lead design teams at Orange, Cisco, and Barclays Bank. Clive was Director of Design and Innovation for the UK Design Council and more recently Head of Service Design at the Royal College of Art....

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