Leveraging Digital @ Clearview
At Clearview Primary, the effective use of digital technologies relates directly to our school’s vision, ‘We are developing skilled thinkers and communicators stepping out with confidence’.
Technology is embedded throughout our curriculum to enhance learning, promote engagement and give students exciting opportunities to be creative, innovative and digitally competent in today’s world. Our Clearview Values tie into how we leverage digital, how we teach our students to be safe online and to have an understanding of their digital footprint.
Students have access to a range of digital tools across the school with a combination of iPads and Macbooks being available. We also offer Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) from Years 3-8. SeeSaw is used in Years 0-4 to share learning with parents. Google Classroom provides students with the opportunity to access the digital world anytime, anywhere. Google Suite is installed on all school devices and BYOD students are also encouraged to have access to this platform.
We endeavour to provide students with deep learning opportunities within real world authentic contexts. Equipping our students with the necessary 21st century skills are our primary aims and lessons around coding, robotics and augmented reality support these learning outcomes.
Purchasing BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)
At Clearview, we encourage families to purchase an Apple iPad as a BYOD device for their child. This will ensure that their child has consistent access to a device whenever required and it is set up for their individual needs.
From 2024, iPads will be the only technology supported for NEW students to Clearview. If your child is an existing student with an alternative device, these will be phased out over the coming years.
- As we are working towards Clearview becoming an Apple Distinguished School, this requires us to solely use Apple iPads in our classes
- Our school-provided devices are exclusively iPads
- iPads have an average lifespan of 5 years, so if purchased in Year 3/4 this should serve your child for the remainder of their time at Clearview
- iPads provide opportunities for students to explore and share their learning in creative ways, as they learn digital skills for the future
- iPads cater for a variety of learners needs due to their accessibility features that our staff are trained to use
- iPads are able to be monitored through our device management system - Apple Classroom
- Clearview are currently investing in technology such as Apple Pencils that will support the use of iPads in the classroom
When purchasing an iPad we recommend buying a robust case. We will then ensure you have co-signed the BYOD agreement with your child at the beginning of the year. Staff are available to support your child with initial set up and connection to the school network.