Information Communication Technology
Key Stage 3
All pupils in years 8 & 10 receive one hour of dedicated ICT per week. The work aims to develop the following skills:

Explore – a range of digital sources such as the WWW and other online databases such as encyclopaedia.

Express – using a range of application software in the development of ICT solutions such as the creation of a multimedia presentation.

Exchange – collaboration in the electronic exchanging of ideas with people inside and outside of the tradition classroom.

Evaluate – the ICT resources used and sources available in the completion of a given task.

Exhibit – the final solution in both electronic and paper-based form with the target audience in mind.

Work covered includes the following:

• Advanced word processing skills
• Multimedia design using presentation software such as PowerPoint & Movie Maker
• Use of databases & spreadsheets
• Podcasting
• Yacapaca
• Web Design and publishing
• Using Wikis & Blogs

Key Stage 4

Pupils in years 11 & 12 have the option of studying ICT at Entry Level & GCSE. Both courses are accredited by CCEA and emphasise the development of computer-based skills.

Entry Level – 80% Coursework & 20% Written Examination.

GCSE – 60% Coursework & 40% Written Examination.

GCE Applied ICT

The Single Award ICT is accredited by OCR and studies the following units:

AS unit 1: Using ICT to communicate
AS unit 2: How Organisations use ICT
AS unit 3: ICT solutions for individuals and society

A2 Unit 9: Working to a Brief
A2 Unit 12: Publishing
A2 Unit 14: Developing & Creating Websites

Should you require anymore detail, please contact David Adams (Head of ICT)