Curriculum

ICT

ICT Suite 1

We aim to utilise ICT in such a way that all girls and staff fulfil their potential; have personalised and individual access to ICT; are more effective members of our learning community; and are equipped to become leaders of the future.

There are five dedicated computer network rooms plus computers in subject areas throughout the school. There are over 20 interactive whiteboards and pupils and staff have access to over 200 computers during and outside their lessons.

In KS3 the topics covered are

Year 7: presentation desk top publishing, spreadsheets, , image manipulation, control;

Year 8:, website design, integrated project to include internet research, spreadsheets, database, control and advertising;

Year 9: design and research projects to include online booking system for theatre, water flume at a theme park Pupils are taught the importance of adopting a professional style when presenting documents. The majority of ICT projects have cross curricular themes.

ICT Suite 2

In KS4 we follow the OCR Syllabus B

We help the girls to exploit their use of ICT, focusing upon their own strengths and interests. They extend their practical and theoretical skills through the application of ICT to a range of contexts including those of industry, commerce and the community.

All KS4 pupils currently take the EDCL, an internationally recognised computing qualification.

Staff:

• Mr Hill - TLS (HOD)
• Mr Simmonds - ICT teacher
• Mr Hayes - ICT teacher
• Mrs Cairney - ICT teacher