Upcoming Design and Technology Courses
Section outline
-
Visit our Learning Zone and search to book on any of the courses below using the course title or suggested keywords.
Click here to view our upcoming Primary D&T courses.
Click here to view our upcoming Secondary D&T courses. -
The training delivery model for individual courses is identified in the course titles on the Learning Zone as follows:
Webinar – virtual training via Microsoft Teams
Blended – courses that are a mixture of virtual and face to face training
No categorisation – venue based trainingFor any queries regarding our offer, please contact hias.training@hants.gov.uk
For any course booking queries, please contact cs.learninganddevelopment@hants.gov.uk
-
Take a look at the Primary Design & Technology learning opportunities available to book:
To search for a specific course, type the course title or keywords in the 'Find Learning' box.
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.
-
Take a look at the Secondary Design & Technology learning opportunities available to book:
To search for a specific course, type the course title or keywords in the 'Find Learning' box.
Autumn Term 2026

Date: 16 December 2026
Price: Sub £110 / SLA £80 / Full £132
Keyword Search: Autumn 26-27 Design
Autumn 26-27 Secondary Design & Technology Network
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.
Common agenda items for these meetings:
-
Development of subject specific knowledge and an understanding of strong progression and sequencing.
-
Enhancing subject leadership.
-
Structuring Key Stage 4 to ensure pupils are well prepared for the next phase of their education.
-
Providing high quality Key Stage 3 provision that builds successfully on Key Stage 2.
-
Ensuring all pupils, including the most vulnerable (SEN and PP) are able to make excellent progress.
-
Sharing good practice and work.
Spring Term 2027

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: 3 March 2027
Price: Sub £110 / SLA £80 / Full £132
Keyword Search: Spring 26-27 Design
Spring 26-27 Secondary Design & Technology Network
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.
Common agenda items for these meetings:
-
Development of subject specific knowledge and an understanding of strong progression and sequencing.
-
Enhancing subject leadership.
-
Structuring Key Stage 4 to ensure pupils are well prepared for the next phase of their education.
-
Providing high quality Key Stage 3 provision that builds successfully on Key Stage 2.
-
Ensuring all pupils, including the most vulnerable (SEN and PP) are able to make excellent progress.
-
Sharing good practice and work.
Summer Term 2027 
Date: 7 July 2027
Price: Sub £110 / SLA £85 / Full £132
Keyword Search: Summer 26-27 Design
Summer 26-27 Secondary Design & Technology Network
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.
Common agenda items for these meetings:
-
Development of subject specific knowledge and an understanding of strong progression and sequencing.
-
Enhancing subject leadership.
-
Structuring Key Stage 4 to ensure pupils are well prepared for the next phase of their education.
-
Providing high quality Key Stage 3 provision that builds successfully on Key Stage 2.
-
Ensuring all pupils, including the most vulnerable (SEN and PP) are able to make excellent progress.
-
Sharing good practice and work.
-