The individual specialisms found within the Faculty share a common philosophy in the delivery of the Key Stage 3 Design and Technology Curriculum, with special emphasis placed upon students creating high quality outcomes in a variety of materials.

At KS4 all students follow a full course in Design and Technology (options offered are Resistant Materials Technology, Food Technology, Textiles Technology, Graphic Products, Product Design and Catering.)  These courses begin at the start of Year 9.  At post-16, courses in Product Design and Textiles Technology are offered 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 delivering 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, CITB Airport Challenge and the Greenpower Challenge.