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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...

Year 10

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Year 9

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Design & Technology Trips

Year 7

Year 8

Sixth Form

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Coding Challenges for GCSE and A Level Computer Science

Mathematics

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SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social & Cultural) Learning

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How robots are taking over warehouse work

Sport and PE

Learnit BIOLOGY

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Twelfth Night

Dracula, 1931 - Don't look in the mirror

Learnit Physics: Formula Practice

The Wave - Wenger

Learnit Physics Unit 7: Magnets

Examination Result Queries

Invigilators

Correspondence from the Exams Office

The Wave revision activity

Whiplash Final Scene - Andrew Neyman's Performance

New...

Ski Trip 2027 Information

Parents Evening :: Year 12

7yH Cover

Parents Evening :: Year 10

December 2026 Mock Examinations

In the news: PHP Vulnerability

8xS/Ch1 Cover Metal Carbonates

SENDCo

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Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Parent ZEN C# Recipes Unifrog Notices Learning The Lost Boys Repl.It C# Cook Book Hartismere Assessment Support Shakespeare Careers Theatre Python

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