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Goodwood’s Festival of Speed inspires the next generation with dedicated STEM day, Goodwood’s Festival of Speed welcomed 1,000 students to its grounds on Thursday 10th July 2025 for a day dedicated to science, technology, engineering and maths. The annual STEM day gave pupils the chance to immerse themselves in the festival, explore the latest motorsport innovations and take part in tailored experiences designed to spark curiosity and ambition. Central to the day was FOS Future Lab, presented by Randox, where students were able to engage with cutting-edge robotics and explore an interactive exhibition showcasing...
This award sponsored by Cenata is given to schools across the country, demonstrating a consistently strong and cohesive design and technology departmental team. Leadership and support will be strong, resulting in a clear vision for the subject within the school, resulting in design and technology being attributed high status across a school and amongst the senior team and community. Teachers and leaders will be highly motivated and ambitious for both the subject and their pupils' achievement. In primary schools, the Subject Leader will have ensured that design and technology is fully understood, well-resourced and that all those teaching...
Head of Learning and Engagement, RAF Museum, Midlands, Julie Brierley, You can cover so much learning within the confines of the classroom, but with design & technology education, whether at the primary or secondary level, a carefully planned educational visit can add so much. At the Design & Technology Association, we are always seeking potential visits to recommend to teachers and their students. With this in mind, we are delighted to talk with Julie Brierley, Head of Learning and Engagement at the excellent RAF Museum, Midlands. In this podcast, Julie takes us back to a...
Teaching Sustainability Through Plastics Recycling, Join our three guest speakers from industry and the classroom to discuss how they utilise plastic recycling for use in projects:Pat Link from Neston High School - Inspiring Sustainable Innovation at Neston High SchoolPat Link, Lead Engineering Teacher, STEM Coordinator, and founder of Neston High School’s Makerspace, will share how students are transforming plastic waste into innovative, sustainable products. Through open-source recycling technology, and creative design, Neston’s Makerspace has repurposed over 800,000 plastic bottle tops. Pat was the winner of the James Dyson Foundation Excellence Award at the D&T Association Awards ceremony, recognising...
Dipping into the D&T Association’s Research Journal, The UK has a long tradition of design and technology (D&T) education journals, with the Design and Technology Education: An International Journal (DATE Journal) being a key resource for research across all educational levels. To save busy teachers time, here’s a brief look at some recent articles available. From 3D to 2D: Drawing as Documentation and Reflection by Young Children By Asi Kuperman, Ruti Aladjem, David Mioduser, and Osnat Dagan This article highlights how young children use drawing to reflect on 3D constructions, offering insights...
Moving history book - levers and linkages, Moving History Books – levers and linkages7-9 yearsFirst published 2015 This set of resources was developed following a visit by Randlay Primary School to the Black Country Museum. It uses one of the project planners from Projects on a Page and inspiration from the visit to devise a scheme on levers and linkages linking History, Design and Technology and English. Pupils are asked to produce a whole class guidebook to the museum including levers and linkages to include moving parts aimed at families and young children. The resources include...
Maximising children’s progress in KS1 and KS2, If we want children to make great progress in D&T we need to be clear about what progression in the subject actually means and put the necessary building blocks in place to support children’s learning as they move through the school. What does progression in D&T look like? Children make progress in D&T as they develop an increasing capability to design and make good quality products with a range of materials, for a variety of users and purposes. The development of this ‘D&T capability’ is one of the...
Guy Parslow, Whilst my role for ESC is mainly H&S training, with the changing around of staffing, including technicians, over the last few years, I can offer guidance in workshop practice, subject specific knowledge, and links to suitable suppliers / machinery to assist departments develop.
Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day, International Women in Engineering Day which takes place annually on the 23rd of June, is more than just a date on the calendar; it's a celebration of the achievements, contributions, and the potential of women in the engineering field. As we celebrate this significant day, let's take a moment to explore its rich history, acknowledge the progress made, and envision a future where women in engineering are not just recognised but are integral to the fabric of the industry. The Historical Roots of Women in Engineering The inception of the Women’s...
The award winners are: Design and Technology Education and Industry Engagement Award Andrew Kyprianou Karl Thomas Luke Baines International Development and Support of Design and Technology Award Michael Hacker International Development and Support of D&T Award Eric Wan Exceptional Support for Design and Technology Award Stephen Thomas Sarah Catling James Poynter Outstanding Newcomer to Design and Technology Award Danni Leach Sadie...
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