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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...

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 9

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 10

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Design & Technology Trips

Year 8

Year 7

Sixth Form

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Programming

Sport and PE

Apprenticeships

Higher Education

Professional Services

Labour Market Information (LMI)

Careers & Futures Programme Feedback - Parents

Mathematics

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What happens to your examination script?

The Wave - authoritarianism

Examination Rules, Guidance and Support

Student resources

Film: camera shots examples

Year 9 Options process for 2025

Examinations

Year 11 GCSE Drama Picnic & Balloon Stomp 2025

Using social media and examinations/assessments

Dracula Revision

New...

January 2026 Examinations

December Mock Examinations

Teacher of English - (Maternity cover - Possible TLR available)

E-Safety

Cover Supervisor

School Policies

Hartismere School & Sixth Form College

Students

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Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Physics The Guardian Hartismere C# Practice Policy NEA Year 10 French After School Clubs Year 12 Year 9 Clubs And Activities Cooking iMedia Farrand On Film Support

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