Who are we?
Our overarching objective is to improve attainment and enhance the quality of learning and teaching across South Tyneside. We believe that by working together, we can equip our young people with the digital skills and confidence they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Whether you’re a headteacher looking for strategic guidance, a teacher seeking curriculum inspiration, or a school staff member needing technical help, the ICT in Schools team is here to support you.
Our Services
Curriculum
Support
From film-making and podcasting to animation and coding, we provide hands-on support to embed new technologies into the curriculum.
We act as a test-bed for innovation, helping schools to realise the full potential of new tools.
Technical
Support
We offer expert guidance to help you navigate the complexities of school IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networking, ensuring your systems are robust, secure, and fit for purpose.
Our team of technicians are on hand to manage your day to day requirements.
E-safety &
Safeguarding
We are committed to helping schools create a safe digital environment. We provide advice, training, and resources to help staff and students understand and manage the challenges of online safety, ensuring compliance with the latest guidance.
Resource
Loans
Resource Loans: We offer a wide range of loan kits and equipment, helping schools to access expensive technology without the need for large capital expenditure, from robotics to iPads.
Apple
Training
We are extremely proud that we are an Apple Regional Training Centre. This highlights our commitment to developing the use of Apple Technology in the classroom so that it can make a real impact on our children’s learning.
Curriculum
Support
From film-making and podcasting to animation and coding, we provide hands-on support to embed new technologies into the curriculum.
We act as a test-bed for innovation, helping schools to realise the full potential of new tools.
Technical
Support
We offer expert guidance to help you navigate the complexities of school IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networking, ensuring your systems are robust, secure, and fit for purpose.
Our team of technicians are on hand to manage your day to day requirements.
E-safety &
Safeguarding
We are committed to helping schools create a safe digital environment. We provide advice, training, and resources to help staff and students understand and manage the challenges of online safety, ensuring compliance with the latest guidance.
Resource
Loans
Resource Loans: We offer a wide range of loan kits and equipment, helping schools to access expensive technology without the need for large capital expenditure, from robotics to iPads.
Apple
Training
We are extremely proud that we are an Apple Regional Training Centre. This highlights our commitment to developing the use of Apple Technology in the classroom so that it can make a real impact on our children’s learning.
Upcoming Events
Fablab – 3D Print Session
Fablab 3D Print Session Suitable for ages 16+ Booking Required Cost - £22.38 booking fee included Come along to this session in FabLab at The Word where you can … Continued
Reception & Year 1: Digital Storytelling – ChatterPix & Puppet Pals – In School
This session brings classroom characters and toys to life in this enchanting introduction to mobile animation! Using ChatterPix Kids, our youngest learners will learn how to take a photo … Continued
Duo Course – Learn to Teach 3D Modelling with Tinkercad – Year 5 & 6 – Sandcastles
Duo Course - Learn to Teach 3D Modelling with Tinkercad - Year 5 and 6 - Sandcastles Course objectives: (Links directly to - Y6 Teach Computing - 3D Modelling Unit) … Continued
In OpenZone – South Tyneside Young Health Ambassadors
In OpenZone - South Tyneside Young Health Ambassadors (STYHA) is a programme led by the South Tyneside Public Health Team. We are a group of young people with a passion … Continued
Fablab – Laser Cutting
Laser Cutting Session in The Word Booking Required Join us in the FabLab at The Word and discover the exciting possibilities of laser cutting! Designed for beginners and those … Continued