LEO Academy Trust
LEO Academy Trust
Inspiring stories of leading with technology to create inclusive, innovative learning experiences.
Inspiring stories of leading with technology to create inclusive, innovative learning experiences.
"Adaptability is key to help all children face challenges at their own level and make progress. Using a model example, students identify key features that make it effective, then build their own criteria for success."
Matt Clements, Year 6 Teacher, Cheam Fields Primary Academy
"Technology lets us rethink tasks for students without creating extra worksheets. With tools that support reading or choice in tasks, students engage at their level without added workload for teachers."
Cheryl Shirley, Director of Computing and Digital Skills, LEO Academy Trust
"We encourage students to work with a variety of technology—Chromebooks, Apple, and Microsoft devices—helping them build a wide range of skills across platforms to support their learning.
iPads also enable students to engage creatively across subjects, using different apps to develop skills collaboratively within projects."
Graham Macaulay, Director of Innovation and Growth, LEO Academy Trust and Katie Usher, Deputy Head, Lawford C of E Primary School
"We assess through success criteria—seeing if students meet goals across formats, whether it’s a documentary, poster, or another form, to confirm understanding and successful learning."
Matt Clements, Year 6 Teacher, Cheam Fields Primary Academy
"Independence is vital in Early Years learning. Children need freedom to decide how they show their understanding—through making, doing, and expressing in ways that work best for them."
Ellen Cano, EYFS Teacher, LEO Academy Trust
"Providing choice in learning tasks allows students to express their understanding in ways that suit them, like creating a poster, making a film, or using tech tools that match their strengths."
Cheryl Shirley, Director of Computing and Digital Skills, LEO Academy Trust
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