Key Stage 1 Technology:

In today's increasingly digital landscape, it's imperative that we equip children with the skills to navigate technology responsibly, respectfully, and purposefully.

At Aspenshire International School, within our Key Stage 1 classes (Year 1 and Year 2), children engage in dedicated technology sessions designed to cultivate their proficiency and understanding across our four core curriculum strands: Responsible use, Manipulating Media, Logical Processing, and Computer Systems. With an array of resources at their disposal, children develop transferable skills within a safe, supported, and filtered environment, honing both touch screen and mouse control abilities.

We place a strong emphasis on fostering a balanced approach to technology usage. Children are encouraged to self-monitor their screen time and make informed choices. As they progress through the school, they delve deeper into the concepts of digital responsibility and online safety, learning to be discerning and principled users of technology while sharing their creations and nurturing their curiosity through the effective use of digital tools.

At Aspenshire International School, our dedicated Green Screen Studio offers students a dynamic platform to unleash their creativity and explore the realms of digital storytelling. With Green Screen technology, students have the opportunity to transport themselves to any location, era, or even fictional world, right from the comfort of our studio. Whether they're delivering weather forecasts from exotic locales, reenacting historical events, or bringing characters from literature to life against vibrant backgrounds, the possibilities are endless. This innovative tool not only enhances students' imagination but also fosters collaboration, communication, and digital literacy skills as they work together to produce captivating multimedia projects. At Aspenshire, we believe in empowering students to push the boundaries of their creativity, and our Green Screen Studio provides the perfect stage for them to shine.

Furthermore, technology is seamlessly integrated across all curriculum areas, serving as a valuable tool for both staff and students to document and record individual learning journeys. At Aspenshire, we are dedicated to empowering our students to harness the power of technology in meaningful and responsible ways, ensuring they are well-prepared for the digital world ahead.