This document outlines some of the most common questions raised by schools about class sizes in D&T, food and Art and Design.

The use of hand-held kitchen equipment which comes in several sizes from small battery-powered whisks to machines which really need a stand and table top blenders and smoothie makers

Circular Saws – the cutting of large sheets of material to size. Jig saws – the cutting of curved or irregular shapes from wood-based materials.

In this document, readers will find a summary of various national guidelines or guidance, and CLEAPSS' advice.

We have extensively reviewed all relevant Regulations and accompanying advice on the teaching of Design and Technology. Scotland, and Northern Ireland do have regulations restricting class sizes for practical subjects to a maximum of 20, but this does not have any bearing on England and Wales.