The use of I. C. T. in the classroom will raise the demand for a technological knowledge and awareness among the population as a whole. It is essential that we prepare children in schools to be confident and competent in its application which should lead to a population that feels comfortable with this new technology.

Aims :

In addressing the requirements of the National Curriculum it is the aim of our school that all children shall receive equal instruction in Information Communication Technology. They should be given the opportunity to use it creatively in its own right and in support of their learning in other curriculum areas.

Equipment :

To give children the opportunities they need each class shall have networked computers, keyboards, concept keyboards, monitors, mice, CD-ROMs, speakers and printers.
It is important to recognise that although most of the equipment for I.C.T. is associated with computers, other equipment such as digital cameras and tape recorders also have their place.

Auditing and In-service Training :

The introduction of new hardware and software has implications for in-service training and it will be part of the school's development plan to address the needs of all staff in the use of I. T. Computers may be taken home by staff at weekends and holidays for familiarisation.
An annual audit will be undertaken to establish the availability and use of programs and it will be the specific duty of the named I. T. Co-ordinator to ensure that all staff are suitably equipped and informed of any developments. It will also be the responsibility of the co-ordinator to ensure that planned advice and assistance is given throughout the school.

Differentiation :
We will aim to encourage all children to reach their full potential through the provision of various opportunities.

Recording :
Keeping records of the children's experiences in I.C.T. is vital. Evidence supplied in the form of a portfolio of children's work will be kept for both Key Stages 1 & 2. These should be updated annually and the children should play an active role in recording their achievements.