GCSE Design & Technology NEA Writing Crib Sheets | Analysis, Annotation & Evaluation | CloudForge

These GCSE Design & Technology NEA writing crib sheets provide clear, structured support for students completing the written sections of their coursework.

Designed to reduce confusion and improve written quality, the sheets guide students step-by-step through research analysis, annotating design work, and evaluation, using clear prompts, examples, and checklists.

The resource includes four focused crib sheets that help students move beyond description and write the analytical, justified responses exam boards expect.

Included crib sheets:

Research Analysis Crib Sheet
Helps students analyse user needs, existing products, materials, and processes — linking every fact to a design decision

1. Research analysis crib sheet

Annotating Drawings Crib Sheet
Guides students to explain design features, materials, dimensions, and improvements clearly and accurately

1. Annotating drawings crib she…

Evaluation Crib Sheet
Supports structured evaluation against the specification, including testing, strengths, weaknesses, and justified conclusions

1. evaluation crib sheet

Final Evaluation Help Sheet
Helps students write high-quality final evaluations, including modifications and wider issues such as sustainability and cost

1. Final evaluation help sheet

Why teachers find this useful:

Written in student-friendly language (KS4 appropriate)

Reduces waffle and encourages finish + reason / fact + decision thinking

Includes checklists to support self-assessment

Ideal for classroom use, intervention, or independent revision

Suitable for Edexcel and AQA GCSE Design & Technology

Created by CloudForge — practical, exam-ready D&T resources that help students write with confidence.