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Information & Communications Technology

This subject is taught in a purpose-built computer room with 22 networked computers. Each form is allocated a double lesson every week and groups or individuals have access to the room at other times. A variety of software is used to teach subjects across a range of curriculum areas. The Internet is used to develop research skills and gain relevant information. E-mail is used and keyboard skills are practised using Busy Kid Fingers.The ICT curriculum is developmental and skills learned in any year are consolidated and built upon in ensuing years. The specific content detailed below for each year group represents the new topics for that year