This practical workshop supports primary teachers in confidently teaching mechanisms within the D&T curriculum. Through hands-on, classroom-based activities, participants will explore simple mechanical systems such as levers, linkages, sliders, and rotating parts. The session focuses on planning engaging projects that develop pupils’ understanding of movement and control while encouraging creativity and problem-solving. Teachers will leave with practical ideas and resources ready to use in the classroom. 

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Developing Mechanisms

Price: Sub £305 / SLA £210 / Full £366 

The course will give new and aspiring design and technology subject co-ordinators confidence in leading and managing their subject.  

Participants will learn how to:

·       advocate confidently for design and technology as a subject in their school

·       plan effectively in the long, short and medium term

·       assess children's progress in the subject

·       create an action plan for developing design and technology provision.  

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

Price: Sub £250 / SLA £165 / Full £300 

This hands-on workshop helps primary teachers confidently teach textiles within the D&T curriculum. Through practical, classroom-based activities, participants will learn simple stitching, joining, and decorating techniques, and explore how to plan engaging projects that develop creativity and fine motor skills. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use ideas and resources to inspire pupils and integrate textiles across the curriculum. 

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Developing Textiles

Price: Sub £255 / SLA £170 / Full £306 

This 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. 

Dates:

29 April 2026 – East Hampshire 

7 May 2026 – South Hampshire 

11 May 2026 – North Hampshire 

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

Price: Sub £95 / SLA £65 / Full £114 

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 £170 / SLA £130 / Full £204