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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...

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 8

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 9

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Sixth Form

Year 7

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Design & Technology Trips

See also...

Student resources

Coding Challenges for GCSE and A Level Computer Science

Apprenticeships, Further Education, Higher Education

Binary addition 1

Useful Websites

The Parent Perspective - Careers Podcast

Technology and Food Studies

Science & Innovation

Labour Market Information (LMI)

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Explore...

The Wave - authoritarianism

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

Using social media and examinations/assessments

Enrichment Opportunities 2025-26

Candidate Information - Non-examination assessments

Key Stage 4 and 5 Performance Tables

A levels: pre-reading and research materials

Examination Arrangements: Summer 2026

How to analyse sound in films

External private candidates

New...

Print Exhibition at Wingfield Barns

Teacher of Art & Photography (Part time)

Summer 2026 Examinations

CABARET THE MUSICAL. London. Y9-13. Weds 15th April 2026- Only a few places left

School Policies

Results

April 2026 Year 10 Mocks

Teacher of Business Studies & Economics

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Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options exhibition Be Creative Guidance Shakespeare LMI Year 8 College Creative iMedia Cooking Community ABU Personal Development Sports Clubs Print YOUNG Assessment

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