Super six shine at top tech convention

Six talented Mere Green Primary School pupils made memories to last a lifetime when they starred at a futuristic conference to showcase how they have used the latest technology to highlight the past.

Holly, Rijjah, Charlotte, Nusaybah, Lily and Charmaine were selected to appear at an event as part of the innovative Bett convention in London.

The girls, aged 10 and 11, were chosen to show off how using iPad as part of the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership’s (ATLP) Learning Futures initiative has enhanced their learning opportunities.

Ross Newton, Assistant Headteacher and Learning Futures Hub Lead at Mere Green, said: “This project meant the children could showcase how innovative their learning is through digital models and interactive tools. 

“The curriculum has not changed at the ATLP but instead has been amplified through the use of technology. The children have relished the opportunity to demonstrate not only their technological abilities, but also their creative flair and collaborative skills.”

The girls shared their work on Year 6’s latest history project, which explored the forgotten voices and untold stories of those who contributed to war efforts. The girls also incorporated other elements of their school life into their work, such as art and music.

Their excellent work was presented to educational delegates from schools around the UK and the worldwide technological community.

“In pursuit of equality and women in tech roles, we selected six girls to lead the project.

“The girls’ leadership, alongside the subject of the history project, which aims to give representation to often overlooked voices from the past, shows Mere Green’s commitment to a diverse and equal future for all children.”

Mere Green even has a highly innovative immersive suite, which uses technology to quite literally bring education to life.

Main picture: Making history: The Mere Green pupils who used state-of-the-art equipment to highlight the untold stories of war heroes.