ICT: Mission statement The ICT department uses project based
learning to develop pupils into autonomous users of computers
and related technology. The department develops communication,
project management and collaborative skills in a drive to
produce computer literate independent learners. Key Stage 3 Key
Stage 3 ICT is condensed into two years. Pupils develop
solutions to given problems using a array of application
software in either group or individual work. All project work
draws on “real life” scenarios”, and link to subject matter
explored in other areas of the curriculum. The aim of the course
is to enable pupils to become confident users of the computer in
developing solutions for a variety of end users. In year 9,
pupils begin work on their OCR Nationals course – this enables
them to gain a GCSE equivalent qualification in ICT even if they
choose not to opt for the subject in year 10. Key Stage 4 From
September 2012, Pupils will study ICT GCSE in key stage 4. This
consists of both coursework and exam