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In Conversation with Cecile Searle

CEO of Magway, Cecile Searle, Magway is a values-driven startup technology business situated in Wembley, North West London. Started in 2017, their staged vision is to take cargo off our roads and instead run the bulk of this cargo emissions-free on magnetic motor-driven 'trains' either set above or below ground. They are working to drive an electrical revolution, unlock new economies and connect cities, towns and communities like never before. Listen here Cecile Searle took over as CEO in 2022, convinced by the founders that she "was already...

Kendall Primary School takes part in CREATE Education’s 3D Printer Loan Scheme

Kendall Primary School takes part in CREATE Education’s 3D Printer Loan Scheme, Kendall Primary School, led by D&T Coordinator Vicky Ward, has looked at ways to enhance its design and technology curriculum through participation in CREATE Education’s 3D Printer Loan Scheme. Blueprint 1000 members, CREATE Education offers schools like Kendall Primary the opportunity to explore cutting-edge CAD and 3D printing technologies. Prior D&T Curriculum Before joining the scheme, Kendall Primary School's D&T curriculum lead had begun to explore the use of Tinkercad, an online CAD tool....

Product Design Early KS3 Y7 Mainly Making - Signs

Product Design Early KS3 Y7 Mainly Making - Signs, Product Design Early KS3 Year 7 - Mainly Making – SignsIn this, students explore the importance of designing an authentic, real-context product for a client to meet their specific needs, and design and make a scaled down shop sign from acrylic, using a laser cutter. The PowerPoint resource includes video instruction on using 2D Design software and information on typography, designing logos, and producing a design specification and using a laser cutter to guide the process. This...

July 2025 CPD offer

Enjoy £10 off and a free micro:bit with every 2025 face-to-face course booked by 31st July, We know how much thought and planning goes into your CPD. That’s why we’re making it a little easier (and more rewarding) to get ahead. Book any of our face-to-face courses running between now and the end of 2025 by 31st July, and you’ll save £10 off your booking. And because we know how valuable hands-on tools can be in the classroom, you’ll also get a free micro:bit to take home when you...

UK Creative Festival

UK Creative Festival, For D&T teachers seeking fresh inspiration ahead of the new school year or students wanting to explore careers, the UK Creative Festival, taking place on 9–10 July at Dreamland, Margate, is a fantastic event to attend. This two-day festival brings together some of the UK’s leading minds from across the design, technology, and creative industries and includes hands-on workshops, industry-led talks, panel discussions, and a free Creative Careers Fair which is ideal for showcasing creative career pathways for students. ...

Malvern Primary School Receives D&T Quality Mark

Malvern Primary School Receives D&T Quality Mark, Malvern Primary School is celebrating after successfully achieving the Design and Technology Quality Mark from the Design & Technology Association, recognising the school’s commitment to high-quality design and technology education. The award acknowledges the work taking place across the school to deliver a carefully planned curriculum that provides pupils with memorable and engaging practical learning experiences. At Malvern, pupils take part in a wide range of D&T projects across areas, helping them develop...

Teachers in Residence Experience at Seymourpowell

Teachers in Residence Experience at Seymourpowell , Natalie Cameron, Head of Design & Technology at Newstead Wood School, describes her recent ‘Teachers in Residence’ placement at Seymourpowell, a multidisciplinary consultancy in London best known for work across product, transport, digital experiences and sustainability, combining research and design to help clients bring innovative ideas to market. Natalie commented, “It was really cool. I learned lots, saw lots of amazing work, and it was validating to know that what we’re doing in school is actually aligned with industry practices.” Natalie admits she...

Eamonn Durkan

Eamonn Durkan, Eamonn is a former Head of Technology at a large 11 – 18 Technology College, has worked as an Associate of University of Manchester, and lectured at Liverpool John Moores (Teacher Training Design and Technology). He is Chief Examiner for AQA Engineering Computer Applications and a Moderator for AQA A- level Design and Technology. He has participated in writing publications for - Design and Technology Graphics and Engineering. He has over 35...

Designed for Life - 2024 Wrapped Compilation

2024 Wrapped Compilation, Designed for Life, Somehow, another year has passed, and it's time to look back on Designed for Life across 2024. Over the year, we released sixteen new episodes, reached over 31,000 streams, reached new audiences in Asia and America and, most importantly, got to speak with some amazing and inspiring guests. 🎧 Listen hereIn this end-of-year episode, we look back and have selected clips from a range of conversations, including fashion and textile expert Amanda Riley, AUB lecturer and modelmaker Claire Holman, Denimolite...

Remote Teaching Tools

Remote Teaching Tools, We have gathered a collection of resources for primary and secondary teachers to use for remote learning. Please use and share this page with your colleagues. It will be updated regularly but please feel free to send us your suggestions of resources which you have found useful or even projects you are happy to share, and we will include them. Email info@designtechnology.org.uk with your suggestions. Thank you. Design and Technology Association Resource shop We have lots of primary and secondary resources in...

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