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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...

Design & Technology Trips

Year 7

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Year 8

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 10

Sixth Form

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Year 9

See also...

Science & Innovation

Personal Development

Year 10 British Farming Fortnight

GCSE Computer Science

Revision for computer science

CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance)

A Level Computer Science

Taking A Level Computer Science

Creative iMedia

Programming software

Explore...

Attack the Block revision 1

Sixth Form Course Information

The Wave: Cinema's most terrifying lesson

Examination Result Queries

External private candidates

Examination Rules, Guidance and Support

Vertigo Film Score Analysis

GCSE Film Studies TIMELINE

The Lost Boys opening

Year 9 Options process for 2025

New...

GCSE CS: 1.5 Networks - TCP/IP Layers and Protocols

University and careers; destinations & retention

Hartismere Sixth Form College

Local Governing Body Information

Academic challenge and independence; attainment

Hartismere Bursary Criteria

Book a tour... appointments for 2025 - 2026 academic year will be available soon

E-Safety

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Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Education A2 The Lost Boys Geography Theory Careers Cinema Clubs And Activities Revision Dracula Chemistry RSHE Attack The Block Python AS Fine Art

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