Useful Websites

At Ad Astra First School we encourage the use of ICT to support and extend our children’s learning.  We subscribe to several interactive websites which are used in class, many of which can be accessed from home. Note that some require you to become a member.  Details of websites we use are as follows (click on the picture to access the site - the website will launch in a new window):

 

Purplemash is used extensively in school by Years 1, 2 and 3. Children can access Purplemash at home using their username and password.
Learnanywhere is our Virtual Learning Environment. The children will be using this in school and will soon be able to access it at home using their unique username and password.                       
Education City is used in school and is suitable for all year groups. There are sections on English, Maths and Science. Children in Years 2 & 3 currently have access to the homework module. There is an option to subscribe at home but Education City recommend you explore their 10 day trial first.                               
Crystal ICT consists of online adventures and activities to develop thinking skills and problem-solving. There are also interactive tutorials about using the Internet and staying safe whilst online, and there are simulations to promote perseverance and logical thinking. The children love using Crystal ICT in school but it can also be used at home by children attending our school.
The BBC Schools website provides information, games and resources suitable for use with Curriculum subjects. BBC Schools is free and available for anyone to access at home or in school.
Poole's Family Information Directory contains information about childcare, youth and leisure services, activities and clubs, family support services, health, education, money and welfare.

 

 

 

 

 

Safer Internet Day 2013

Please click the links below for useful resources, produced by Insafe, to help you keep your child safe when using the Internet.

 

 

Play and Learn Online is a 30 page downloadable activity book for 4-8 year olds

 

 

There is more useful information on the Safer Internet Day website

and the ever popular Think u Know website with Hector the Dolphin or, for more information/advice, please contact Mrs Hankins or Mrs Barker in school.

 

 

Ad Astra First School does not have editorial control over the content of any of the linked websites. Please be aware that once you use these links to leave our website, we cannot be held responsible for the information, products or links contained in external websites.