01Overview
As a SEMH setting, our approach recognises the connection between technology use, emotional well-being, and self-esteem, ensuring that learning is tailored to the individual needs of each pupil.
Teaching is structured, supportive, and engaging, creating a secure environment where pupils can develop essential digital skills at their own pace.
02What pupils learn
Safe and responsible use
Our curriculum places strong emphasis on the safe, responsible, and purposeful use of technology. Pupils are guided to understand online safety, digital etiquette, and the ethical use of digital resources, fostering confidence in managing both personal and academic technology tasks.
- Online safety
- Digital etiquette
- Ethical use
Functional ICT skills
Functional ICT skills are developed through practical, real-life applications, including word processing, data handling, communication tools, and digital research, supporting pupils’ independence and readiness for further study or work.
- Word processing
- Data handling
- Communication tools
- Digital research
Assistive technology
Assistive technology is integrated where needed to remove barriers to learning, enabling all pupils to fully participate and succeed.
- Removing barriers
- Full participation
03Key points
- Using technology safely, responsibly and purposefully.
- Developing practical ICT and vocational digital skills.
- Removing barriers to learning with assistive technology.
04Learning pathways
Where appropriate, pupils are supported to follow accredited pathways including Functional Skills and vocational digital qualifications, ensuring that progression is carefully matched to readiness and long-term goals.
- Functional Skills
- Vocational digital qualifications
Digital Skills and ICT at LCE Academy are taught not only as an academic subject but as a vital life skill, empowering pupils to use technology confidently, creatively, and safely in all areas of life.
