Unlocking Excellence: Discover the 12 Advantages of Independent Education at Cricklade Manor Prep
Empowering Education and Embracing Innovation
We’ve all heard the saying “New Year, Fresh start”. As we step into 2024, now is the perfect time to take a fresh perspective on education, particularly the enriching opportunities which independent schooling at Cricklade Manor Prep offers.
Choosing independent education could be the key to unlocking the door to a world of exciting and engaging learning which your child craves. Allowing them to soar within a personalised and nurturing environment.
Over the next 12 months, we will explore the vast number of benefits which independent education at Cricklade Manor Prep offers. Each month, we will focus on a specific area, shining a light on the enriching experiences pupils gain from Cricklade Manor Prep’s exceptional teaching, dedicated care and personalised attention. Join us as we uncover the unique aspects that make independent education at Cricklade Manor Prep a transformative experience for your child.
This month, we delve into the world of technology understanding how embracing technological innovation, empowers our young learners ready for the future. We will examine the diverse forms in which technology is integrated into Cricklade Manor Prep’s classroom, exploring the advantages and role it plays in enriching a child’s learning experience.
Today’s classrooms are no longer confined to textbooks and chalkboards; they are dynamic spaces where innovation meets education. At Cricklade Manor Prep we explore how technology, from Surface Go devices to LEGO robotics, STEAM and computer science classes, is helping to shape a brighter future for young minds.
Surface Go Devices: Education unleashed
Here at Cricklade Manor Prep we empower our Year 4 children with individual Surface Go devices, seamlessly integrating technology across all lessons and subjects. Allowing children to explore the curriculum, delve into interactive lessons and collaborate on projects together creates a dynamic and engaging learning environment. This initiative not only opens a world of digital learning in the classroom but also equips our students for a future which will be driven by modern technology. The children also get to take their devices with them when they leave at the end of Year 6 ensuring that they are digitally literate when they begin their secondary education.
“Having my own Surface Go teaches me how to be responsible for my learning”
“My Surface Go helps me to find information quickly”
“There are lots of fun things to do on my Surface Go”
“I enjoy working in groups using our Surface Go’s”
Quotes from our current Year 4 students
LEGO Robotics: Building Blocks of Creativity, Critical Thinking and Teamwork
We take pride in fostering a dynamic and engaging curriculum. One standout favourite among our pupils is the LEGO Robotics programme. Pupils work collaboratively in groups, solving real-world problems using engineering solutions on a LEGO scale. With a dedicated LEGO Engineering room, we can provide an optimal learning environment for children to not only enjoy building LEGO, but excel in those all-important soft skills. A recent Runner Up at the First LEGO League (yes there is such a thing) shows that this approach is working.
STEAM and Computer Science Classes: Nurturing Future Innovators
Incorporating technology into our STEAM and Computer Science lessons at Cricklade Manor Prep not only fosters proficiency in technology but also cultivates a mindset that encourages students to embrace technological advancements across diverse disciplines. Whether this be designing and building 3D models in Minecraft, incorporating Micro:Bits into electronic breadboards to code light sequences or using critical thinking skills when evaluating websites, this approach equips them to think swiftly and adapt effectively in an ever-changing technological landscape.
In summary, embracing technology has transformed independent education at Cricklade Manor Prep. From the enthusiasm sparked in LEGO Robotics classes to the multidisciplinary insights gained in STEAM and computer science lessons, the positive impact is evident everywhere. Equipping students with their own Surface Go devices adds an extra layer of empowerment, fostering a tech-savvy generation ready to navigate the complexities of the modern world with confidence and competence.
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