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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 8

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 9

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Sixth Form

Year 10

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 7

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

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Science & Innovation

Mathematics

Technology and Food Studies

How robots are taking over warehouse work

Apprenticeships, Further Education, Higher Education

Week beginning 12 Feb 2024: 'Life Lessons'

Useful Websites

Programming

Tutor Time (Life Lessons)

Revision for computer science

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Dracula Revision

Information for Employers

Film: camera shots examples

Year 9 Options process for 2025

District 9 revision

How to analyse sound in films

Artificial intelligence and assessments

The Wave: Autocracy clip part 2 (clip 3 of 9)

Candidate Information - Coursework Assessments

Secrets of Cinema - Horror

New...

Pupil Premium Strategy Statement

Hartismere Family :: Policy Documents

January 2026 Examinations

Examinations

Local Governing Body Information

Parents Evening :: Year 13

Parents Evening :: Year 11

Summer 2026 Examinations

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Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Recipes Sound Hartismere AS LMC Transport Design Technology Website ZEN Guidance Do The Right Thing Robmiles.Com Horror Education Options Learnit

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