ICT in Stage 3

In Stage 3, ICT is used primarily as a tool for learning. Each student is provided with a laptop that is theirs for the duration of the year. For Year 5, laptops will remain at school each day and be stored securely in classrooms.

Our philosophy is to use technology purposefully and reduce screen time as much as possible. Where a syllabus requires it, such as in Science and Technology or English for example, various apps and physical technologies will be used to meet the requirements of the curriculum whether that be creating code in Science, publishing written pieces in English or preparing presentations for shared projects.

In line with our commitment to supporting the digital wellbeing of students, the College is implementing a new mobile phone initiative for Year 5. A locked down phone will be provided for each child. This will be the only mobile phone device Stage 3 students will be allowed to use. There will be no obligation for families to use the phone if they don’t wish for their children to have one. These phones will be locked in secure storage in the classroom during the school day and returned on dismissal.