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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 8

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Design & Technology Trips

Sixth Form

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Year 7

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 9

See also...

Languages

C# Cook Books

50 Things to Learn for Creative iMedia

Sport and PE

A Level CS: Algorithm Assembly Instructions

GCSE Past papers and mark schemes

A Level Computer Science

1.3 Computer networks, connections and protocols Flashcards | Quizlet

Toyota Virtual Plant Tour

Binary addition 2

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Results

Sixth Form Course Information

Whiplash Final Scene - Andrew Neyman's Performance

Candidate Information - Coursework Assessments

Dracula Revision

Artificial intelligence and assessments

Film: camera shots examples

Examinations

On your exam day

The Lost Boys opening

New...

Invigilators

April 2026 Year 10 Mocks

June 2026 Year 12 Mocks

Stranger Things, The First Shadow. The Phoenix Theatre, Friday 11th September.

Design and Technology

Summer 2026 Examinations

Actor Martin Sheen gets into Character- BBC Sounds

Waveney Valley Transport

Discover...

Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Food LMC GCE The Guardian Timeline Science Hartismere Ingredients Homework College Physical Education Just For Fun Artists Economics Rules Twelfth Night

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