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Cranleigh School, Cranleigh School is Surrey’s leading co-educational independent school, offering boarding and day education for pupils aged 3–18. In 2025, 100% of A Level Design Engineering students achieved A grades. Its latest inspection praised pupils’ technological skills and robotics programme, with the school’s robotics team recently qualifying for the National Championships. Regional D&T Lead: Jon Taylor
Harris Federation, The Harris Federation is one of England’s largest multi-academy trusts, educating around 55,000 pupils across more than 50 schools in London and Essex. It prioritises subject expertise and curriculum quality, with strong support for Design and Technology through investment in resources, staff development and collaboration. Regional D&T Lead: Phil Morris
Hethersett Academy, Hethersett Academy is a coeducational secondary school in Hethersett, near Norwich, serving students aged 11–16. Part of the Inspiration Trust, it has around 1,200 pupils and is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. The academy is known for strong academic progress, structured routines, and a focus on high expectations and student achievement. The department holds the Design & Technology Outstanding Department of the Year award. Regional D&T Lead: Kate Finlay
Talent partner at Bulletproof , Debbie Inman, This is the second of three in our short mini-series on Teachers in Residence, the initiative within the Design and Technology Association that places teachers in business and industry placements, within which they gain a detailed perspective of the company, learn more about the sector that the business works within, thus allowing them to return to school empowered with this experience and with a knowledge base that enables them to answer that question "Miss/Sir, what's it like to work in..." Listen here This...
Assistant Head of Technology at Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet, Stephanie Tomlinson, This is the third and final episode in our short mini-series on Teachers in Residence, the initiative within the Design and Technology Association that places teachers in business and industry placements, within which they gain a detailed perspective of the company, learn more about the sector that the business works within, thus allowing them to return to school empowered with this experience and with a knowledge base that enables them to answer that question "Miss/Sir, what's it like to work in..." This episode sees...
Technology Subject Teacher, Garrett Spellman, Garrett is Head of Department of Technology subject at the Convent of Mercy Secondary School in county Roscommon, Ireland. Garrett has a Bachelor's Degree (BEng) in Civil Engineering and qualifications in Technology Education. He has taught internationally under the UK Curriculum, IGCSE, and the International Bachelorette (IB) in Design & Technology. Garrett has delivered educational and subject specific content for the Association, associations in Ireland and in UAE schools. Watch Garrett's D&T department tour here
Head of D&T , Ally Price, Ally Price is Head of Design & Technology at Maidstone Grammar School for Girls in Kent. As a qualified SENCO with a Masters in Education, Ally works to engage students of all abilities in pursuing higher education pathways and careers in STEM related subjects. She has undertaken work on the D&T subject advisory panel for Oak National Academy and is also part of the D&T evaluation group for the Prince’s Teaching Institute. Watch Ally's D&T department tour here ...
ChompSaw in Use: Project Showcase & Applications, In this on-demand webinar, teachers explored how the ChompSaw, a prototyping tool designed for younger makers, can be used in the classroom. The session covered the story behind the tool and its inventors, demonstrated its capabilities and best uses, showcased real student projects, and highlighted key safety features and design considerations. The webinar also included a live Q&A, offering practical insights and ideas that teachers can bring straight into their learning spaces to inspire creativity, independence, and confidence in young makers.
Head of Technology, Tom Corker, Tom is Head of Technology at Felixstowe School with 20 years’ experience teaching and leading D&T in Suffolk and Essex. A Product Design graduate with a STEM Education Master’s from King’s College London, he has worked in industry, moderated exams, delivered training, and contributed to BBC Bitesize and D&T publications. Tom leads curriculum development, CPD, and Trust-wide support, while championing traditional and digital D&T, sustainability, and AI in education. Location: Felixstowe, Suffolk
Chris Hatherall, Having originally trained as a Teacher of Design & Technology Chris is the Principal at University Technical College Warrington. A specialist science and engineering college for 14–19-year-olds. The UTC is one of the highest performing in the country for students progressing onto higher and degree apprenticeships. He is also a non-executive Director of a Group Training Association which provides technical apprentice training for over 100 businesses across the country.
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