School celebrates ICT award

PUPILS and staff at Grappenhall Heys Primary School are celebrating after being awarded ICT Mark accreditation by Becta, the government agency for technology in learning.
The school was accredited with the ICT Mark in recognition of the its innovative and forward thinking approach in using information and communications technology in education.
Making it even more special for the school was the fact that it received the award on the Naace stand at the BETT Show – the largest education and technology show in the world, where the most cutting edge and innovative technologies in education are showcased.
The ICT Mark is only awarded to schools following an external assessment in which the school’s progress and success in placing technology at the heart of learning, as well as wider school management is rigorously judged.
ICT has helped to enhance teaching and bring lessons to life at Grappenhall Heys showing clearly how technology makes a difference, not just in the classroom, but at home, within the family and across other school activities.
Headteacher Davina Woods said: “We are delighted to be awarded the ICT Mark. It recognises our positive approach to ICT and the benefits it is bringing to our children.
“We believe that ICT can be used in every aspect of learning, and that it is an essential tool for ensuring our children are equipped for the modern world. To be awarded the ICT Mark at BETT, surrounded by some of the most cutting edge technologies in the industry, made it even more special for us as a school.”
Niel McLean, executive director for schools and families at Becta said: Grappenhall Heys thoroughly deserve the accolade of an ICT mark accreditation. They clearly demonstrate how important it is to take a holistic approach to using ICT in schools. Their investment in new technology has contributed to substantial improvements in learning within the school.”