Design
& Technology
at
Model Britain
Small-scale design.
Full-scale creativity.
Where ideas
become models.
Explore, Imagine, Inspire.
Design & Technology
Small-scale design. Full-scale creativity.
Where ideas become models.
Explore, Imagine, Inspire.
Design & Technology Education
Explore engineering, innovation, and problem-solving through the world of miniatures.
Model Britain offers a one-of-a-kind environment where students see real-world design and technology brought to life. From model bridges and mechanical systems to intricate structures and smart materials, our exhibits inspire curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning. We support D&T curriculum outcomes across KS1 to KS4 and encourage students to think like designers, engineers, and inventors.
🎯 Curriculum Connections
Our exhibits align with key areas of Design & Technology education:
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Materials and mechanisms
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Structures and stability
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Product design and development
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Electrical systems and automation
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Prototyping and iteration
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Problem-solving through design
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Real-world application of STEM principles
Students can observe how functional design is applied in models that mirror real-world systems.
🏛️ Immersive Dioramas and Exhibits
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Structural Showcase – Explore bridges, domes, and towers designed for strength, function, and beauty.
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Moving Parts Zone – Working gears, pulleys, and levers demonstrate how mechanisms work in real time.
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Mini Maker Studio – See how objects are designed, assembled, and detailed at miniature scale.
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The Innovation Hub – Displays of historical and modern inventions with interactive design challenges.
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Lighting and Automation – Circuits, sensors, and LEDs used creatively across cityscapes and vehicles.
🧑🏫 Teacher Resources and Learning Outcomes
Each school visit includes:
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Curriculum-linked D&T worksheets
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Observation and sketching tasks
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Design challenge prompts
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Optional add-on: model-building or mechanism workshop with expert facilitators
These resources help students strengthen their understanding of the design process, from brief to build.
💬 Teacher Feedback
“Model Britain offers an inspiring way to show the design process in action — from structure to circuit.”
– KS3 D&T Coordinator, Bedfordshire
– KS3 D&T Coordinator, Bedfordshire
“Our students loved the interactive exhibits. It’s the perfect crossover between engineering and creativity.”
– Year 6 Teacher, Peterborough
– Year 6 Teacher, Peterborough
📆 Plan Your Visit
A creative space where students design, think, and tinker.
We offer easy booking, teacher support packs, and full facilities for school groups. Whether exploring materials and mechanisms or evaluating real-world design solutions, Model Britain helps students turn theory into three-dimensional thinking.
We offer easy booking, teacher support packs, and full facilities for school groups. Whether exploring materials and mechanisms or evaluating real-world design solutions, Model Britain helps students turn theory into three-dimensional thinking.
👉 [Book Tickets Now]
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Book a visit
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Download our full Education Pack
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Speak with our Schools Liaison Team
📣 Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Support the next generation of UK designers and engineers. Our D&T exhibits offer ideal alignment for brands in construction, tech, education, and manufacturing. Get in touch to sponsor creative learning at scale.
