ICT in Key Stage 3

The keystage 3 strategy for ICT is delivered through discrete ICT lessons. Pupils are taught ICT capability (the ability to solve problems by choosing from a variety of software the best application for the job and to reflect on their work, making any improvements necessary). They will aquire the skills needed to communicate effectively using all forms of digital media. They will have a good working knowledge of applications used in the workplace.

This year we have offered pupils in year 9 the chance to start working on KS4 courses. At present they can choose one of the following:

GNVQ in ICT (Thomas Telford)EDEXCELL

GCSE Information and Communications Technology

VGCSE ICT

ICT IN KEY STAGE 4

In Year 10, students work towards external examinations learning the extra skills needed for exam level courses.

Presently, Year 10s are working twoards :

GNVQ in ICT (Thomas Telford)EDEXCELL

GCSE Information and Communications Technology

VGCSE ICT

Year 11s are working towards :

GCSE in Business Communications and Information Systems

GNVQ in ICT (Thomas Telford) EDEXCELL

VGCSE ICT

KEY STAGE 5

A LEVEL computing aims to give the students a solid grounding in programming techniques and an in-depth knowledge of the internal workings of popular computer systems.

Students will use Visual Basic 6 and Visual dBase 7.

The course is modular - the students take exams throughout the two years, and they are required to produce a detailed piece of coursework.

Cisco network engineering course is a popular course taken over 2 years by students in the sixth form. The curriculum is available on-line and can be studied from home.

ICT Staff INSET

The staff at Saint George's are encouraged to develop their ICT skills on a regular basis.

Sessions after school, promote effective use of ICT in their teaching materials and their classrooms.

It is the intention of the school to have all staff equiped with the necessary technology to use ICT in their teaching, record keeping and communication.

WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?

What will computers let us do next month, next year, in three years?

We are now fully connected to the internet via a new super-fast broadband connection.

Our new computer suite devoted to Media Studies allows students to work with current programs in the area of multi-media editing and photo-imaging manipulation.