Digital Learning

At Reed’s we’ve always believed that we have a duty to prepare our pupils for the future, and part of this is to ensure they are digitally literate as well as responsible and safe users of technology. We regard technology not as an intervention, but as a tool that supports our existing teaching and learning practices and enhances our pupils’ learning.

Technology has always had a strong presence at Reed’s and, prioritising our investment in this belief, a number of years ago we appointed of a Head of Digital Learning and introduced Firefly, our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Our iPad scheme means that all Year 7 to 11 pupils (as well as all teachers) have school-provided iPads; Sixth Formers have a ‘bring your own device’ scheme to encourage independence and responsibility, allowing their choice of device to suit their individual A Level needs.

This investment allowed us to make adjustments to teaching and learning methods, develop new digital educational resources, allow pupils to be confident and responsible with use of technology, and improve their digital literacy as well as to encourage a desire to stimulate independent and creative learning as well as personal organisation.

Generative AI, a field of artificial intelligence, is rapidly changing the landscape of technology, content creation, and digital learning tools. As AI continues to shape our world, it's paramount that our pupils are not just consumers but informed participants in these transformations.

Pupils are introduced to the concept of generative AI, explore how it can support and enhance learning and, most importantly, understand the responsible and ethical use of such technology. It is our shared responsibility to prepare our pupils for the future. By arming them with knowledge about online safety, cybersecurity, and the ever-evolving world of AI, we ensure that they are not only safe online but are also equipped to be innovative thinkers and responsible digital citizens.