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Digital Schools Awards Scotland is a new national awards programme which aims to promote, recognise and encourage a whole school approach to the use of digital technology in primary and secondary schools.

Schools that successfully complete the programme will receive a nationally recognised Digital Schools Award accredited by Education Scotland.
The 3 step programme has been developed to help schools assess progress and recognise excellence in the use of digital technology at primary and secondary level while providing practical support and encouragement.
The programme is supported by industry partners HP, Microsoft and Intel in Scotland.
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A selection of digital schools for Scotland

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Testimonials

Digital literacy is vital in our world: Digital Schools offers our learners the opportunity to develop skills that they will use throughout their lives. As a school with a Learning Centre, we also find that these skills enable our learners with significant additional needs to access the wider curriculum.
Head Teacher of of Calside Primary School Head Teacher Louisa Gamble

The use of digital technology is embedded in our provision, pedagogy and practice. Staff have a very positive 'can do' attitude and utilise digital technology to support children’s learning and parental engagement at all levels. This award has given us an opportunity to evaluate our practice, identify our strengths and consider further innovations and developments with our partners.
Head Teacher of Bathgate Early Years Centre Mvairi Lynch

The Award Programme continues to have an impact on our digital learning in school as we link up with other schools using the programme through digital media and can share good practise and developments.
Head Teacher of Lundavra Primary School Nick Thomson

The award recognises the hard work by staff in our school but more importantly, the opportunities for all learners to gain the digital skills needed for the 21st century.
Head Teacher of Echt School Ruth MacDonald

We are exceptionally pleased and immensely proud that our strong commitment to digital technology and innovative teaching has been recognised. We do not view digital technology as a substitute for excellent classroom teaching, but we do see how it can enhance the learning environment for all our pupils. All schools should ensure their pupils have a strong grasp of the educational power of digital platforms so that they are well prepared for life after school.
Head Teacher of Kelvinside Academy Ian Munroe

At Hewlett Packard Enterprise, we are committed to inspiring young people to develop their digital skills. This is why we are proud to support the Digital Schools Awards scheme, which allows us to work directly with schools to help improve learning and attainment. We look forward to working with Education Scotland to support the roll-out of the programme.
Managing Director of Hewlett Packard Enterprise in the UK and Ireland Marc Waters

HP is spearheading the Digital Schools Awards programme in Scotland as we believe that the technology industry has a clear responsibility to help the next generation with their digital learning. The STEM worker shortfall is estimated to hit 40,000 annually in the UK and with an increasing number of jobs being created to meet the shifting demands of the digital economy, this gap is only going to widen. We have a responsibility to partner with teachers, government, parents, pupils and other industry leaders to enhance digital learning and close that skills gap.

HP is delighted to support the Digital Schools Awards programme which is gaining fantastic traction in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland and we look forward to working with Education Scotland on the successful roll out of the programme in Scotland.

Managing Director for HP UK & Ireland George Brasher

Digital skills are an integral part of our everyday lives, and as such it is absolutely essential that we give young people the opportunities to understand and use them properly. The Digital Schools Awards Programme is a fantastic example of industry supporting education in Scotland and helping ensure our young people develop the skills and opportunities to flourish.
Minister for Further Education, Higher Education and Science Shirley-Anne Somerville, MSP

The Digital Schools Award is a fantastic example of industry supporting education in Scotland. It is the result of collaboration between Scottish Government, Education Scotland and the digital industry and as such it is closely aligned with the aims of the Digital Learning and Teaching Strategy.
Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning, Scotland John Swinney

HP believes that the technology sector has a responsibility to support schools and ensure that the next generation is equipped with the knowledge needed to close the STEM and creative skills gap, and drive the economy of tomorrow. Being recognised as a Digital School is a great achievement and an important milestone. We congratulate the 21 schools receiving awards today.
Education Director at HP Neil Sawyer

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