Spring Term 2027

Date: 13 January 2027

Price: Sub £130 / SLA £95 / Full £156

Keyword Search: Spring Design

Spring 26-27 Termly Primary Design and Technology Practical Workshop

This practical workshop gives teachers the chance to try out activities for themselves, share ideas with colleagues and explore what great Design and Technology can look like in the primary classroom. You'll leave with plenty of inspiration, practical strategies and project ideas that can be used and adapted across all year groups.

Learning Outcomes

      ·       Gain practical experience of a range of D&T activities.

      ·       Explore what effective primary D&T looks like in practice.

      ·       Share ideas and learn from colleagues.

      ·       Discover adaptable project ideas for different age groups.

      ·       Develop strategies to enhance creativity, problem-solving and technical skills.

      ·       Leave with practical resources and ideas ready to use in the classroom.

Date: 22 February 2027

Price: Sub £130 / SLA £85 / Full £156

Keyword Search: Food Safety

Level 2 Food Safety Training - Foundation Certificate 26-27 (Webinar)

This one-day accredited course reinforces the importance of food safety and provides participants with the knowledge and understanding needed to identify, prevent and control food safety hazards in their workplace. Designed for anyone involved in the preparation, handling or serving of food, the course supports compliance with current food safety requirements and promotes best practice across a range of settings.

Successful completion of the course leads to the Level 2 Food Safety Foundation Certificate, awarded through the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH). Certification is included in the course fee.

Date: 8 March 2027

Price: Sub £270 / SLA £170 / Full £324

Keyword Search: Marvellous Mechanisms

'Marvellous Mechanisms' - Developing Mechanisms in the Primary D&T Curriculum

Mechanisms are a key component of primary Design and Technology, enabling pupils to develop their understanding of movement, control and mechanical systems through purposeful design and making activities.

This practical, hands-on workshop is designed to build teachers' confidence and subject knowledge when teaching mechanisms across the primary phase.

Through a range of engaging activities, participants will explore how to teach and apply mechanisms such as sliders, levers, linkages, wheels and axles within meaningful D&T contexts. The course will focus on curriculum progression, practical classroom application and effective pedagogical approaches that support creativity, problem-solving and technical understanding.

Date: 15 March 2027

Price: Sub £260 / SLA £170 / Full £312

Keyword Search: Progression D&T

Progress by Design: Planning, Progression and Assessment in Primary D&T

Explore practical approaches to planning, progression and assessment in primary Design and Technology, enabling subject leaders to develop systems that are manageable, meaningful and appropriate for their school's context.

Learning Outcomes

·       Identify the knowledge, understanding and skills pupils need to achieve or exceed end of key stage expectations.

·       Monitor pupil progress and determine whether children are on track to meet expected outcomes.

·       Identify gaps in learning, target support effectively and recognise high levels of achievement.

·       Use assessment information to inform planning, teaching and curriculum development.

·       Provide parents and carers with clear information about their child's strengths, progress and next steps for development.

Summer Term 2027

Date: 14 April 2027

Price: Sub £265 / SLA £175 / Full £318

Keyword Search: Stitch Design

Stitch, Design, Create! Developing Textiles in Primary Design and Technology

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.

Date: 27 April 2027

Price: Sub £135 / SLA £95 / Full £162

Keyword Search: Summer Primary Design

Summer 26-27 Termly Primary Design and Technology Practical Workshop

This practical workshop gives teachers the chance to try out activities for themselves, share ideas with colleagues and explore what great Design and Technology can look like in the primary classroom. You'll leave with plenty of inspiration, practical strategies and project ideas that can be used and adapted across all year groups.

Learning Outcomes

·       Gain practical experience of a range of D&T activities.

·       Explore what effective primary D&T looks like in practice.

·       Share ideas and learn from colleagues.

·       Discover adaptable project ideas for different age groups.

·       Develop strategies to enhance creativity, problem-solving and technical skills.

·       Leave with practical resources and ideas ready to use in the classroom.

Date: 7 June 2027

Price: Sub £275 / SLA £175 / Full £330

Keyword Search: Design Conference

Primary Annual Design and Technology Conference 2027

This conference offers opportunities to listen to the latest national trends and good practice in Design and Technology, with the opportunity to participate in practical activities.

Key Features

·       Focus on Primary D&T: practical strategies for delivering high-quality Design & Technology in EYFS and KS1/KS2.

·       Hands-on workshops: interactive sessions on core areas such as textiles, mechanisms, structures, and food.

·       Curriculum progression: guidance on planning and assessing D&T across the primary phase.

·       Classroom-ready ideas: activities and resources teachers can take back and use immediately.

·       Networking opportunities: connect with other Hampshire primary teachers and share best practice.

·       Expert-led sessions: delivered by experienced D&T advisers and practitioners.

·       Links to wider curriculum: explore cross-curricular connections (STEM, sustainability, creativity).

·      Small, supportive environment: ideal for discussion, Q&A, and personalised advice.

Date: 12 July 2027

Price: Sub £260 / SLA £175 / Full £312

Keyword Search: Leading Design

Leading Primary Design and Technology

As a Design and Technology subject leader, you play a vital role in shaping an ambitious, high-quality curriculum that inspires creativity, develops technical knowledge and skills, and prepares pupils for the future. This full-day course is designed to support both new and experienced D&T leaders in leading their subject with confidence, clarity and impact.

Through a blend of practical activities, professional discussion and evidence-informed guidance, you will explore how to develop, implement and evaluate a coherent D&T curriculum that meets the needs of your pupils, supports progression from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2, and aligns with current expectations for curriculum leadership and quality of education.