Upcoming Design and Technology Courses

The primary aims of the subject network meetings are to: 

• Ensure a clear understanding of the national picture and its application in local and school contexts. 
• Support effective subject leadership as appropriate to each school’s individual context. 
• Develop skills, expertise, and capacity within school subject leaders and their teams through quality strategic CPD and the sharing of good practice. 
• Deepen understanding of subject specific pedagogy and knowledge that underpins good progress and attainment for ALL pupils. 
• Facilitate school to school networking and develop strength across the system. 

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Autumn Secondary Design

Price: Sub £75 / SLA £40 / Full £90 

Participants will gain knowledge of how to meet the National Curriculum requirement that children at primary school learn about the work of other designers.

Participants will learn how to:

• Explore the work of other designers to inspire and support Design and Technology topics and units.
• Develop inspirational topics based on designers’ work.
• Develop resources for other staff to use in schools.

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Exploring Designers

Price: Sub £175 / SLA £125 / Full £210

This course reinforces the importance of food safety and provides learners with an understanding of how to identify and control food safety hazards in their own workplace.

Learning outcomes:

• Offers the minimum standards for the food safety industry.
• Builds on the introductory certificate in food safety.
• Recognises good practice as a food handler.
• Gives confidence to consumers.

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Food Foundation

Price: Sub £165 / SLA £125 / Full £198

You can also book now for the spring and summer networks.

Autumn date: 16 December 2024
Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Autumn Secondary Design
Price: Sub £75 / SLA £40 / Full £90

Spring date: 23 January 2025
Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Spring Secondary Design
Price: Sub £75 / SLA £40 / Full £90

Summer date: 3 July 2025
Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Summer Secondary Design
Price: Sub £75 / SLA £40 / Full £90

This termly workshop will offer a valuable opportunity for teachers to participate in practical activities and meet other teachers to share ideas and thoughts about design and technology in the classroom. Participants will gain inspiration and ideas for different starting points and projects for all year groups across the primary age range.   

Available dates:
30 September 2024          
21 October 2024               
22 October 2024               
11 November 2024           
27 November 2024

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Autumn Tech Support

Price: Sub £155 / SLA £125 / Full £186