Information Technology at Kenridge Primary School

We are quite aware of the need for trained IT personnel out there in the world. We start early at Kenridge Primary. From Grade R right through to Grade 7, we build on the skills of our learners.

The Grade R learners use educational software such as Little Brown Bear and Charlie Chimp, and in the process develop their "click and drag" skills. It is delightful to hear their shrieks of excitement as they work on these programmes.

Each class attends computer class for 50 minutes a week. Lessons alternate with one week of typing & computer skills and one week of Numeracy & Literacy.  Learners are exposed to Word, Publisher, Excel and Power Point. We follow an integrated approach where various projects and activities are planned around specific skills which we would like the learners to master. The internet enables the learners to research information for tasks set by their teachers, and to work on online programmes which improve the learners’ Numeracy and Literacy skills.

We also make use of EvaluNet's e-SCHOOL to help the teachers in assessing Learning Programmes with custom-made assessments. EvaluNet allows complete control in content and question setting. Indeed, a very handy educational tool. READERS ARE LEADERS, a reading programme has also been a very useful tool for both language groups. Software such as 2Type (Typing Tutorial), Bodywise, Captain Co-ordinate, The Map Detectives, Arcventure Egyptians and Faiths & Celebrations are also used in the computer room.

Mathletics, an integrated online Mathematics programme, enables our learners to become more confident and competent in Mathematics.

It is indeed a privilege to be able to empower our learners for the future with the technology we have available.
 
 

Foundation Phase Computer Room



Intermediate/Senior Phase Computer Room