Children at a Warrington Primary School are top of the class when it comes using information and communications technology (ICT) to enhance their work.
Following an extensive external assessment Appleton Thorn Primary School has been awarded the prestigious ICT Mark by Becta, the government-funded body responsible for promoting the use of ICT in Britain’s schools and colleges.
The award recognises the school’s success in developing the strategic use of ICT in both administration and across the curriculum. Parents will have proofsaid: “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 essential our children are equipped for the modern world.”
Neil McLean, Executive Director for Institutional and Workforce Development at Becta said: “Appleton Thorn Primary School thoroughly deserve the accolade of an ICT mark. 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.”
Picture shows Mr Craig Burgess, ICT co-ordinator, pictured with some of the proud children whose hard work helped the school achieve the award.
Primary school gets high tech accolade
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Gary Skentelbery
Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
