The schools

Bristol’s secondary schools are in the midst of a massive transformation, with four newly built schools in an initial project and another 11 schools due to start work during 2009. The schools have been developed to help raise attainment and provide inspiring environments for students and teachers alike.

A key component in the BSF programme is Information Communication and Technology (ICT), and the schools all have:

• ICT infrastructure including wireless and wired networks
• Internet access devices for students, tools such as interactive whiteboards for teachers
• Web services for learning.

Smart cards provides access into and through the building, as well as cashless catering, where pupils charge the cards with money to pay for meals, printing activated by a swipe of the card, and lesson based registration.