ICT

The ICT Department at Manchester Academy is made up of an energetic team of teachers. The ICT suites are located on the first floor and have four teaching classrooms that are equipped with the most up to date computers and interactive whiteboard technology.

This is in line with the National Curriculum orders and in tune with our modern world.

The curriculum for Key Stage Three (KS3) is challenging and stimulating our students to their full potential. We are using new software within the department which includes Macromedia Dreamweaver to create websites.

Throughout all Key Stage (3, 4 & 5) we use Active Expression software, this software allows the student to interactively participate in the lesson by answering questions electronically.  This software also allows the teacher to assess the student throughout the term and see the progression the student is making.

KS4 results in the ICT department were the best ever, with 100% of our students gaining two grade C’s or above (BTEC Certificate ICT). The department has had a massive increase “adding value” – improving students results over the 7 years from Y7-Y11 and demonstrates the value of all the work the teachers and students have put in. Students at KS4 have access to the same extra-curricular support as KS3 students and lessons are planned to ensure that every student reaches their potential.

Within the Enrichment programme staff offer a wide range of activities to engage and wide the knowledge and understanding of our students. The activities range from Animation Clubs to computer clubs for Girls.