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Design and Technology: Literacy

Our View on Literacy in Design and Technology

At Hartismere, we are dedicated to fostering a love of reading across all subjects, including Design and Technology. We believe that literacy is a cornerstone of academic success and personal growth. By promoting reading, we help pupils enhance their comprehension, critical thinking, and creativity, which are vital skills in Design and Technology.

We recognise that some pupils may need additional support, guidance, and encouragement with their reading. To address this, we have implemented several exciting initiatives: Reading in Form Times, Library Lessons, Read a Book Week and many more.

We strongly believe that reading has the power to shape pupils' futures, aid their progress across the curriculum, and allow them to express themselves wherever life takes them.

Explore Exciting Books Related to Design and Technology

Below is a video showcasing an array of books that are perfect for pupils interested in Design and Technology. This includes texts suitable for KS3, KS4, and KS5, as well as essential textbooks and revision guides.

Through these resources, we aim to inspire and support our pupils in their educational journey, making reading an integral part of their learning experience in Design and Technology.

Documents

In this section...

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Year 7

Year 8

Sixth Form

Year 10

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Design & Technology Trips

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

See also...

Mathematics

Business and Media

Apprenticeships

Design and Technology

A Level CS: Algorithm Assembly Instructions

Higher Education

Creative iMedia

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Professional Services

'Green' Careers that benefit the environment

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Correspondence from the Exams Office

Examination Certificates

Vertigo Film Score Analysis

The Wave: the first autocracy lesson, part 1 (clip 2 of 9)

Do you want to work in The creative Industries when you leave school?

What happens to your examination script?

The Lost Boys opening

Useful Websites

Woyzeck. Performance and workshop. 4 October 2024. Tickets available

Anatomy of a Screenplay

New...

Hartismere Family :: Policy Documents

January 2026 Examinations

Examinations

Completing the Award

Parents Evening :: Year 13

Summer 2026 Examinations

Pupil Premium Strategy Statement

Local Governing Body Information

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Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Economics Assessment C# Recipes Parent Computer Science Music Hundred Alamanc Year 13 Trustees BFI ICT Documentation Design Biology Year 10

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