Leading by Example with the Digital Learning Study Tour
Last Friday, RGS Worcester and RGS The Grange hosted the second Digital Learning ‘Study Tour’, in association with the West Midlands EdTech Hub and as an Apple Regional Training Centre.
Teachers and Senior Leaders from Hallfield School, RMS For Girls, The Four Stones MAT, Priory School Edgbaston, Bridstow CE Primary School and Brampton Abbotts C of E Primary School arrived early in the morning to learn about our Digital Learning Programme. We were also privileged to host Peter Ford from Apple and Thea Wiltshire from the UK Department for Business and Trade, who joined us to explore in greater depth our digital culture and recognition as an Apple Distinguished School.
After a fantastic opening presentation from our Year Nine ‘Digital Genius’ Ridhima, the tour began at RGS Worcester to observe how technology was integrated across the curriculum where it added meaning and value. The Textiles, English, Science, and Computer Science Departments all showcased how digital technology could enhance, augment, and enrich learning in conjunction with traditional teaching methodologies. En route, teachers discussed how digital tools were reducing workload, personalising learning, improving feedback and also streamlining organisation.
The next stop was RGS The Grange where Headmaster, Mr Gareth Hughes, and Head of Computing and Digital Learning, Mr Matt Warne, highlighted the transformative journey the School had undergone to position itself at the forefront of Digital Learning and innovation in Prep education.
Our visitors then embarked on a tour across the Key Stages to observe the impactful use of technology across various subjects, reflecting both variety in application and depth in integration. Pupils and teachers consistently displayed outstanding digital proficiency, reinforcing that digital technology is not merely a novelty but a fundamental aspect of classroom practice that, when used appropriately, can enhance the educational experience.
Post-lunch, the agenda featured a ‘Q and AI’ Session, including a Mentimeter survey discussing schools’ approaches to AI, followed by a Q&A with staff before everyone said their farewells.
A huge thank you must go to all staff across RGS Worcester and RGS The Grange who opened their classrooms for the Study Tour. Special appreciation also goes to the catering, marketing, event planning, and maintenance teams for ensuring the day’s success. Thanks also to our pupils for sharing their experiences so eloquently and to our guests, who are always welcome back to our Family of Schools.
Mr John Jones, Director of Innovation
