DIGITAL STRATEGY

Core Approaches

At the Arcadia School our use of digital learning is based on:

• Making sound and sensible choices about the use of learning technologies.
• Technologies support communication and collaboration amongst our students and staff.
• Technology-based learning should expose students to critical thinking and aid creativity in class.
• Technology is used to enhance teaching and learning within and outside the classroom.

Device Allocation Throughout School

Class sets of iPads are utilised by teachers as and when appropriate to enhance teaching and learning throughout the school day.

We implement a one-to-one iPad programme for all Key Stage 2 and 3 students. From FS to Year 2, Arcadia provides students with the devices that they need. From year 3, our parents purchase the iPad. The device is managed through the Mobile Device Management system (MDM) and students are able to take the device to and from home and school. Parents retain ownership of the device and if the child leaves Arcadia, the device is disconnected from the MDM system. In Key Stage 4, we do offer our parents and student the chance to use a MacBook instead of an iPad as they begin to access GCSE content.

Our teachers are provided with powerful, professional Apple devices including iPads and MacBooks. This allows them to manage learning efficiently and effectively and to be delivering leading-edge programmes with empowering technology.