Technology
Our 1:1 laptop program allows students to access learning materials and methods of study that are not possible without it. The devices augment traditional styles of teaching rather than replacing them and therefore enrich learning possibilities.
Devices and Year Groups :
Year 6 - 11
Year 12 & 13
HP Probooks
HP Probook (unlocked) or BYOD
Required Device (Y6 - Y11)
The devices are sold and controlled by the school but once a student leaves restrictions will be removed.
HP Probook x360
Easy to use high performance computer
Lite and Portable
Laptop / Tablet Hybrid with touchscreen and pencil
Google Workspace for Education
Education Education Education
School controlled for purposeful learning & teaching
Insurance & Guarantee included
Year 6 - Year 11
Hard Case
Stylus
Specifications
HP Probook x360 11 G5 - Intel Celeron N4120 Quad Core - 8Gb de Ram LPDDR4-
2400 - 128Gb disco duro eMMC - Pantalla TouchScreen 11,6" WLED (1366x768) -
Intel Graphics UHD 600 - Wifi Intel AC 2x2 + Bluetooth - LĂ piz Incluido - Windows
10 Pro Academic - 1.45Kg
Acceptable Use Policy
One of these documents will need to be signed in order for the laptop to be collected.
PRICING
Each student from Form 6 to Form 10 should purchase a school ready laptop. The price includes:
Learning ready HP hybrid laptop / tablet
Protective case
HP CarePack
3 Year Guarantee
650 Euros
HP Care Pack .pdfPayment Options
Parents can decide if they would prefer to pay in one or two instalments. Our intention is that you will be able to do so through bank transfer or using a card machine in reception.
What is on the devices?
The HP devices will be Google Workspace ready so as soon as they log in to the device with an internet connection all of the below apps (plus more when we want them) will be available. The device is set up for school and learning related to school.
If a student leaves we will remove all restrictions and the device can be used as a PC in the manner of your choosing.
QWERTY vs AZERTY etc
The new laptops, from our supplier in France, have a French AZERTY keyboard as standard. Any students who would like to have another set up, such as QWERTY/COLEMAK/JCUKEN etc will be able to install the language pack and modify the keyboard (stickers is the preferred option) if they wish.
In our testing with staff and students, this has not proven an issue at all.
The Google G Suite is a set of educational tools designed by Google. This group of tools is usually referred to as an LMS (Learning Management System) and it's purpose is to support student learning through the monitoring and sharing of student work. It is where assignments are set, resources are shared and where teachers give feedback.
It is important to note that this is different from our DMS (Data Management System). The DMS is where students personal information is stored. This includes contact information, medical records, attendance data, behaviour data and reports. Our DMS system is called Engage. Students have no interaction with the DMS.
We use GSUITE (Google For Education) as it allows us to move beyond the traditional paradigms of education and thus create a rich, dynamic and high quality learning environment. Teachers and Learners can work anytime and anywhere using a powerful set of tools; tools that allow for instant feedback and the tracking of progress to support personalised learning to take place.
Google Classroom is the main platform of the education suite. It allows for communication and workflow between teachers and students through a highly dynamic and interactive dashboard. It helps students and teachers organise their work as well as providing innovative ways of providing feedback. Parents can "opt in" to see weekly reports of work completed, upcoming deadlines and resources shared.
Google Drive is where student work is stored. It is cloud based so allows access wherever there is an internet connection. Students will not have a huge amount of interaction with Drive as the Classroom environment keeps everything organised for them.
Google Calendar offers an intuitive and easy to use calendar. All Google classroom assignments show up automatically on the calendar. This is very useful for both parents and students.
Google Mail is used as the login and the students school e mail account. Gmail for schools comes with a wide range of restrictions and options to help us monitor and secure student accounts. More detail on this is set out below.
Google Docs is a word processing software that offers students the ability to collaborate, comment, correct and suggest edits live on the document. When combined with Google students and teachers are able to take workflow and sharing to new and exciting levels. Along with Docs the Google Suite also provides students with Slides (Presentations), Sheets (Spreadsheets) and Forms (surveys & quizzes)
Although the main focus for online learning will be around the Google workspace different subject areas may utilise a range of software that is specific to their specialist area. Any signup requirements will be done through a students school account and should not be accessed through personal email.
Our chosen distance learning platform is currently ZOOM. All students have a zoom account linked to their school G mail.
In the case of a school shutdown or lockdown we will endeavour to run the school timetable through ZOOM and Google Classroom. This will involve live interaction with teachers and a clear workflow through the Google Workspace.
Parents Tech Recording.mp4Parents Presentation
25th January 2022 (still relevant and useful)
A recording of the parents Zoom presentation that took place on the 25th January and talks through:
Rationale
Finance
Learning
Rollout