The main areas of ICT are;

General

The basic skills taught at school include knowing the parts of a computer, switching it on and off correctly, being able to log on, open, print and save work and having good control of the mouse.

Word Processing

Children develop typing skills, learn how to edit, check spelling, insert pictures and tables, and format text.

Data

Children learn basic spreadsheet and database skills, they collect data using data loggers and create graphs. 

Computer control

This area of ICT is all about direction and moving. The children learn basic programming skills to instruct a screen turtle to create shapes. We also use Beebots which are small programmable toys. The children love using them! Another piece of software we use enables the children to control traffic lights!

Electronic Communication

Children learn how to surf the internet effectively, send e-mails and use the learning platform. They also become aware of e-safety.

Presentation

In this section of ICT children initially learn basic presentation skills mainly using Power point but also Publisher. They learn to add effects, sound and evaluate their work.

Multimedia

2Animate software and our DigiBlu cameras are used to create simple animations. Children learn to take and edit photographs, videos and sound recordings. They make music on the computers. The children especially enjoy using Kar2ouche to create story boards and a range of art software.