The individual specialisms found within the Faculty have come together to share a common philosophy in the delivery and assessment of the Key Stage 3 Design & Technology curriculum, with special emphasis being placed upon pupils creating high quality outcomes in a variety of materials.

At KS4 all students follow a full course in Design & Technology (options offered are Resistant Materials Technology, Food Technology, Textiles Technology, Graphic Products, Product Design and Hospitality & Catering. Design and Technology; Product Design is offered as a post-16 option at both AS and A2 level. A wide and varied input of ICT is integral to all courses at KS3, KS4 and post-16.

The Faculty enjoys an excellent reputation for being at the forefront of developments in courses appropriate to the needs of students entering a world of technological advancement. From Year 7 onwards students are actively encouraged to solve real problems through the process of designing and making.

Students regularly gain success in competitions including the prestigious County-held YORTEK Award, Young Engineers for Britain, Greenpower Challenge and CITB Airport Challenge. The Faculty offers numerous opportunities for students to take part in extra-curricular activities, ranging from lunchtime support clubs, Young Engineers Club and after school sessions for GCSE/A Level students.