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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...

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 9

Design & Technology Trips

Sixth Form

Year 7

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 8

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 10

See also...

Careers & Futures Programme Feedback - Parents

50 Things to Learn for Creative iMedia

GCSE Computer Science

Useful Websites

Programming software

Ports & Logistics

Design and Technology

Tutor Time (Life Lessons)

Essential programming skills to learn

Useful Websites

Explore...

Examination Certificates

Attack the Block Peep Hole

Correspondence from the Exams Office

Artificial intelligence and assessments

The Wave: Cinema's most terrifying lesson

Sixth Form Curriculum and Programme of Study

The Wave revision activity

The Wave: summary

The Lost Boys opening

Science podcast

New...

June 2026 Year 12 Mocks

Open afternoons

Examination Arrangements: Summer 2026

April 2026 Year 10 Mocks

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

E-Safety

Waveney Valley Transport

Summer 2026 Examinations

Discover...

Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options School Nurse Trips A2 AS Sports Clubs Performance Year 9 Results Year 11 Transport Girls Geography Religious Cinematography Drama CPU

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