One to One
An iPad per pupil, from Year 5 of Primary to Year 4 of Secondary. A supervised tool that complements teaching and learning, not a substitute for books.
What it is
iPads are brought into the classroom as a valuable, supervised teaching tool, for purely educational purposes. It is not meant to be a device for play.
It is a tool for shifting the method towards one centred on the student, very different from the traditional approach centred on the teacher and the lecture.
It is introduced in Year 5 of Primary, once pupils have consolidated their reading and writing skills, and continues progressively to Year 4 of Secondary. Before that, from the age of three, pupils are occasionally exposed to new technologies in different formats.
From age 3Occasional contact with technology
- Year 5 Primary
- Year 6 Primary
- Year 1 Secondary
- Year 2 Secondary
- Year 3 Secondary
- Year 4 Secondary
One more tool
Pupils do not work only with the iPad. Some activities are never done on it, and others open up new experiences.
- Without the iPad: writing, reading, arithmetic, cutting out, and art and hands-on activities.
- Paper reading books and notebooks are still used, as is the paper activity book in languages.
- With the iPad: virtual reality, artificial intelligence, online communication, research and creating audiovisual content.
Without the iPad
- Writing
- Reading
- Arithmetic
- Cutting out
- Art and hands-on work
With the iPad
Screens drawn as examples: they are not the real apps.
Why Apple devices
For the security they offer for school use, their sturdiness and durability, the range of free educational apps and their battery life.
- Long battery life that lasts several school days.
- High-quality magnetic case included, with an upright stand.
- Hundreds of free apps in our repository, controlled and suited to each age.
- Reliable devices, designed to handle a heavy workload.
Battery for several days
Magnetic case with a stand
Controlled apps
Reliable and sturdy
iPad and eye health
The iPad is not harmful to eyesight if it is used properly and steps are taken to reduce eye strain.
Screen settings
Brightness, text size and other visual settings are adjusted to reduce eye strain.
Regular breaks
We teach pupils to take regular breaks while using the screen.
Posture and distance
Good posture and a suitable distance between eyes and screen.
Balanced use
A balance between screen time and other activities.
Try the display settings
Regular breaks
Posture and distance
Balanced use
Ten advantages of the iPad in the classroom
It changes the approach and keeps what works
It opens up opportunities for more interactive, personalised, pupil-centred learning.
It encourages creativity and critical thinking
It widens access to resources, digital books and apps that challenge pupils to think creatively and analytically.
It personalises learning
Activities and materials can be adapted to each pupil’s needs, interests and pace.
It makes active learning easier
Interactive activities involve pupils and encourage them to take part.
It encourages collaboration
It is a platform for group projects and teamwork.
It builds digital skills
It teaches pupils to browse safely, search for information and use technology efficiently and ethically.
It widens educational resources
From mathematics, science, languages or history to coding and creativity.
Controlled, balanced use
It is used at specific points in the curriculum. Pupils do not spend all their time in front of the iPad.
Supervision and responsible use
It is used under educational supervision and with clear guidelines to prevent overuse and misuse.
It prepares for the future
Getting to know technology from an early age provides digital skills needed for life and work.
Come and meet us.
Admissions are open all year round. Ask for a guided visit and we will show you the school and our educational project.