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Celebrating Black History Month with inspiring figures in D&T - Garrett A. Morgan, This Black History Month, teachers can bring the story of Garrett A. Morgan into the classroom to inspire pupils. Born in Kentucky in 1877, Morgan overcame barriers to become an inventor, entrepreneur and community leader. From tailoring to traffic signals - Morgan’s inventive journey Morgan began his career in Ohio repairing sewing machines and later developed a “belt fastener” attachment, hair‑care products and straighteners, combining technical skill with entrepreneurship. In 1914, he patented a safety hood for firefighters and, in...
Chelmsford County High School shines at V&A Innovate, Chelmsford County High School for Girls proudly recalls the outstanding achievement of their Year 9 team, Green Gift, who were named Best Pitch winners in the V&A Innovate National Schools Challenge 2024 - 2025. Their sustainable gift-wrapping solution highlighted the creativity, problem-solving, and environmental awareness of young designers tackling real-world challenges. Adapting, renewing and restoring through design The 2024 - 2025 V&A Innovate Challenge invited students to explore the theme ‘Adapt, Renew, Restore’, encouraging young designers to focus on sustainability and social impact. Green Gift, a...
World Book Day primary D&T competition 2026 – terms and conditions, Please read these terms and conditions carefully before entering. Promoter The promoter of this competition is the Design & Technology Association. Eligibility The competition is open to UK primary teachers only. Entrants must be aged 18 or over. Employees of the Design & Technology Association and their immediate families are not eligible to enter. Competition period The competition opens on 5 March 2026. Entries close at 23:59 on 12 March...
Celebrating Excellence, The Design & Technology Association Excellence Awards have, since 1999, provided a stage to honour and celebrate the talented individuals advancing design and technology education in the UK. Held this year at the British Motor Museum in Warwickshire, the event brought together an inspiring group of teachers, students, support staff, and industry partners, showcasing the impressive contributions that fuel the growth and innovation in design and technology education. A Unique Celebration at an Iconic Venue The British Motor Museum, with its vast collection of over 400...
2024 The Year in Review, Stepping into 2025, let’s reflect on the incredible progress made in championing design and technology education nationwide. With your support, we’ve inspired creativity and innovation in classrooms, giving more young people access to this vital subject. Celebrating Achievements 2024 has been a year of impact, from hands-on learning experiences to collaborations with industry leaders. Schools have embraced new initiatives, equipping students with essential skills for the future. Together, we’ve driven meaningful change in education. Relive the Highlights Take a look back at the moments that defined 2024 and see...
Sustainability Series: Denimolite – LSBU Student Project, Transforming denim waste into sustainable innovation Denim jeans are a staple of everyday life but what do we really know about how they’re made, what happens to them when they’re no longer worn, and the environmental impact they leave behind? We explore Denimolite, an exciting, sustainable innovation developed by designer Josh Myers. It’s ideal for teachers looking to bring real-world design and sustainability examples into the classroom and perfect for sparking discussion and inspiring the next generation of designers. The problem with denim Denim is...
Sustainability Series: Biodegradable wine packaging turns grape waste into a sustainable solution, A Nottingham Trent University graduate has found an inventive way of tackling one of the wine industry’s biggest waste problems. Her project has the potential to inspire design and technology students to think differently about sustainability, materials, and product design. Tackling waste in the wine industry For every 100 litres of wine produced, 30 kilograms of grape waste is created. Globally, this adds up to around 3.5 billion kilograms each year. BA Product Design graduate Ella Sainsbury chose to address this...
Curriculum Consultant and Trainer (0.2 FTE, 1 day a week), Join Our Team: Curriculum Consultant and Trainer Are you passionate about transforming Design and Technology education? We’re looking for an experienced D&T professional to join our team, helping shape the future of D&T teaching through high-quality professional development and resource creation. In this outward-facing role, you’ll work closely with schools and educators across the country, using your expertise to design and deliver inspiring CPD, both in person and online. You’ll also contribute to national curriculum projects and...
Inspired by Industry Mindful Chef, Inspired by Industry: Mindful Chef This context has been put together to allow for a range of opportunities for students to explore the design of modern recipe boxes that are so popular with households. This has the opportunity to be based around cooking and nutrition or through packaging design. The outcomes are likely to be varied. If taking a cooking and nutrition approach the students are likely to produce final meal ideas that can, in turn be broken down into individual ingredients that may (in theory) be packaged up and...
Inspired by Industry KI Europe, Inspired by Industry: KI Europe This context explores reducing components in furniture design while maintaining strength and functionality. Students can experiment with a range of materials, including timbers, metals, and 3D-printed components. Techniques like lamination, generative design, and destructive testing can also be incorporated. The challenge aligns with the ‘Furniture Makers’ Company’ student competition, inspiring innovative approaches to furniture solutions such as lightweight camping gear, multifunctional furniture, or slot-together components. Log in or join the Association and add this to your basket. This classroom resource is free...
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