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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...

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Sixth Form

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 8

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 7

Year 10

Year 9

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

See also...

Labour Market Information (LMI)

Higher Education

Coding Challenges for GCSE and A Level Computer Science

GCSE Computer Science

Apprenticeships

Sport and PE

A Level Computer Science

Apprenticeships, Further Education, Higher Education

Year 12 revision

Ports & Logistics

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Useful Websites

Do you want to work in The creative Industries when you leave school?

The Lost Boys - the vampires attack

District 9 revision

Using social media and examinations/assessments

Attack the Block revision 1

Secrets of Cinema - Horror

Sixth Form Information Evening

Attack the Block revision

Film: camera shots examples

New...

Parents Evening :: Year 13

Parents Evening :: Year 11

Pupil Premium Strategy Statement

January 2026 Examinations

Hartismere Family :: Policy Documents

Local Governing Body Information

Examinations

Summer 2026 Examinations

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Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Apprenticeships Trips Film Studies GCE Aspen Russell Belong Evening Biology A2 Biology ICT Old Hollywood Governor Sharp Minds Macbeth Literature Woyzeck

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