ICT is a crucial cross-curricular skill in the Northern Ireland Primary Curriculum, equipping our pupils with essential digital capabilities for the modern world. At St. Bernard's, we integrate technology across all areas of learning to enhance teaching and develop digital literacy.
Key Areas of Digital Learning
Explore
- Using digital devices confidently and safely
- Searching for and managing digital information
- Understanding digital systems and networks
- Investigating multimedia resources
- Exploring coding and programming basics
- Using educational software and apps
Express
- Creating and editing digital content
- Digital storytelling and presentation
- Animation and video production
- Digital art and design
- Music creation and editing
- Programming and coding projects
Exchange
- Safe online communication
- Collaborative digital projects
- Sharing work digitally
- Online etiquette and responsibility
- Digital citizenship
- Global connections through technology
Evaluate
- Assessing digital information
- Understanding online safety
- Critical thinking about digital content
- Reviewing and improving digital work
- Safe and responsible internet use
- Digital footprint awareness
Digital Skills Development
Our pupils learn to:
- Type efficiently and accurately
- Use common software applications
- Create and edit digital content
- Code and program
- Communicate safely online
- Research effectively
Online Safety
We prioritise:
- Safe internet use
- Cyberbullying awareness
- Digital citizenship
- Privacy protection
- Responsible online behaviour
- Parent and family engagement
ICT Resources
Our school provides:
- Modern computer facilities
- Interactive whiteboards
- iPads
- Educational software
- Coding equipment
- Digital cameras and recording devices
Cross-Curricular Integration
ICT is embedded across:
- Literacy and Numeracy
- The World Around Us
- Creative subjects
- Physical Education
- Assessment and feedback
- Home learning
Assessment Approaches
We monitor progress through:
- Digital portfolios
- Project work
- Skills demonstrations
- Self-assessment
- Peer review
- Teacher observation
At St. Bernard's, we ensure our pupils develop the digital skills they need to succeed in an increasingly technological world, while maintaining a strong focus on safe and responsible use of technology.
