Twyford

Children at Polehampton Church of England Infant School in Twyford are at the forefront of using information and communications technology (ICT) to enhance their work, and that’s official!

Following an extensive external assessment, the Twyford infant school has been awarded the prestigious ICT Mark by the British Education Communications and Technology Agency (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 proof that their children are attending a school at the forefront of modern technology.

Twyford Headteacher Helen Ball 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 essential our children are equipped for the modern world.”

Cllr Rob Stanton, WBC’s executive member for Twyford children’s services, said: “I would like to send my congratulation to Polehampton Infant School as this award is a major achievement and something of which they should be very proud. This demonstrates the excellent ICT management and teaching that is taking place in the borough’s schools.”

David Congdon, senior adviser for ICT at Wokingham Borough Council, said “Wokingham Borough Council is determined that all local children will have the best opportunity to excel in the jobs market of the future. Polehampton Infant School should be congratulated on this wonderful achievement.”

Neil McLean, executive director for educational practice at Becta said: "Polehampton Infant School thoroughly deserves 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.”

Wokingham Borough Council ~ Twyford