Mere Green tech stars: Six talented students are set to make memories that will last a lifetime when they attend a futuristic conference – to show off how they have used the latest technology to highlight the past.
Mere Green Primary School pupils Holly, Rijjah, Charlotte, Nusaybah, Lily and Charmaine have been selected to appear at an event as part of the innovative Bett convention this month.
Mere Green Primary, which is part of the respected Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP), is at the forefront of technological progress in education.
Now the girls, who are all aged 10 to 11, have been selected to appear at an invite-only showcase, to share how their iPads lessons has enhanced their learning opportunities. The iPads were provided as part of ATLP’s groundbreaking Learning Futures Scheme.
Assistant Headteacher and Learning Futures Hub Lead at Mere Green Primary, Ross Newton, said: “This project means that the children have an opportunity to showcase how innovative their learning can be through digital models and interactive tools.
“The curriculum has not changed at the ATLP, but instead has been amplified through the use of technology. The children have relished in the opportunity to demonstrate not only their technological abilities, but also their creative flair and collaborative skills.”
Mere Green tech stars to share history project
At the event in London the girls will be sharing their work on Year 6’s latest History project, which explored the forgotten voices and untold stories of those who contributed to war efforts.
The girls also incorporated other elements of their school life into their work, such as art and music.
Their excellent work will be presented to educational delegates from schools around the UK and the tech community.
Mr Newton said: “We absolutely champion all children within their learning, but we also feel passionately about challenging stereotypes and this project showcases the incredible capabilities of our female students in tech-based learning.
“To highlight equality and women in tech roles, we selected six girls to lead the project.
“Their leadership, alongside the subject of the History project, which aims to give representation to often overlooked voices from the past, shows Mere Green’s commitment to a diverse and equal future for all children.”
To ensure these opportunities are given to all pupils, ATLP’s equitable offer of Learning Futures has given each and every student access to a device. Mere Green even has a highly innovative Immersive Suite, which uses technology to quite literally bring education to life.
Acting Headteacher Lucia Wilder said: “We have been incredibly impressed by the standard of work that the children have produced within this project, and indeed across the entire curriculum.
“I am excited to see them proudly present their work in January – it will be something they remember for the rest of their lives.”
“It’s going to be an amazing opportunity for these pupils, who are part of the school’s Gifted and Talented group, to excel.”