Membership

As a large community of over 33,000 teaching professionals, we are more able to effect the changes needed to ensure D&T remains high on the curriculum in both primary and secondary schools. The bigger our membership the more clout we have, and our voices are more likely to be heard.

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  • Inspiring Careers for young people

    A set of videos to inspire career choices for students in the design, engineering, creative, manufacturing and digital sectors and to recognise the value of a Design and Technology education in achieving success and inspiring decisions to enter in these areas.

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Join the D&T Community

Join us to become part of the D&T community. Help us affect change. Because design and innovation matter

Primary Membership Options

Primary Membership Options

Design and Technology helps you to teach Maths, English and Science and other compulsory subjects on the curriculum, in a fun manner putting these subjects into context, making them easier to digest and more understandable to younger primary age pupils. Access primary resources and CPD to support the delivery of Design and Technology in your school.

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Secondary Membership Options

Secondary Membership Options

Secondary School membership offers exceptional support for teachers in the classroom. The information available is a valuable source of ongoing CPD. We aim to constantly support and improve teacher knowledge and skills, especially in fast-paced subjects such as Design and Technology and Engineering.

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Corporate & Consultant Membership Options

Corporate & Consultant Membership Options

Corporate membership enables your organisation to raise its profile to the teaching profession. Corporate members are highly visible, and directly contactable by anyone seeking Design and Technology advice and supplies from within education. A full complement of member benefits and opportunities. Click to find out more.

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The D&T Association Member new initiatives

Our main objective as your membership organisation, is to ensure the unique nature of D&T is maintained and valued. As it is compulsory between Key Stages 1 -3 we are here to support your planning and delivery, from Primary through Secondary school, enabling you prove its quality in your schools during inspections, addressing the changes to the OFSTED Framework.

  • With a membership of over 33,000, join us in raising the profile and reputation of D&T in this country.
  • Turn to us for advice and deliver excellent D&T in your school
  • Let us help you to develop your skills and knowledge through our comprehensive CPD programme: face-to-face , live online sessions, E-Learning and Webinars
  • Listen to our podcast series Designed for Life – top 20 of the ‘Best Curriculum Podcasts for 2021
  • Get involved in our Blueprint 1000 programs, and Teacher in Residence internships, designed to help Education and industry engage effectively
  • Become more successful in your teaching; more expert; more influential and more effective.
  • The D&T Association services will make the professional life of teachers easier and more effective.
  • Access articles and support material to help your teaching and give you ideas
  • Upgrade your account at any time to receive further benefits