Who are we?
Our overarching objective is to improve attainment and enhance the quality of learning and teaching across South Tyneside. We believe that by working together, we can equip our young people with the digital skills and confidence they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Whether you’re a headteacher looking for strategic guidance, a teacher seeking curriculum inspiration, or a school staff member needing technical help, the ICT in Schools team is here to support you.
Our Services
Curriculum
Support
From film-making and podcasting to animation and coding, we provide hands-on support to embed new technologies into the curriculum.
We act as a test-bed for innovation, helping schools to realise the full potential of new tools.
Technical
Support
We offer expert guidance to help you navigate the complexities of school IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networking, ensuring your systems are robust, secure, and fit for purpose.
Our team of technicians are on hand to manage your day to day requirements.
E-safety &
Safeguarding
We are committed to helping schools create a safe digital environment. We provide advice, training, and resources to help staff and students understand and manage the challenges of online safety, ensuring compliance with the latest guidance.
Resource
Loans
Resource Loans: We offer a wide range of loan kits and equipment, helping schools to access expensive technology without the need for large capital expenditure, from robotics to iPads.
Apple
Training
We are extremely proud that we are an Apple Regional Training Centre. This highlights our commitment to developing the use of Apple Technology in the classroom so that it can make a real impact on our children’s learning.
Curriculum
Support
From film-making and podcasting to animation and coding, we provide hands-on support to embed new technologies into the curriculum.
We act as a test-bed for innovation, helping schools to realise the full potential of new tools.
Technical
Support
We offer expert guidance to help you navigate the complexities of school IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networking, ensuring your systems are robust, secure, and fit for purpose.
Our team of technicians are on hand to manage your day to day requirements.
E-safety &
Safeguarding
We are committed to helping schools create a safe digital environment. We provide advice, training, and resources to help staff and students understand and manage the challenges of online safety, ensuring compliance with the latest guidance.
Resource
Loans
Resource Loans: We offer a wide range of loan kits and equipment, helping schools to access expensive technology without the need for large capital expenditure, from robotics to iPads.
Apple
Training
We are extremely proud that we are an Apple Regional Training Centre. This highlights our commitment to developing the use of Apple Technology in the classroom so that it can make a real impact on our children’s learning.
Upcoming Events
Year 5/6: Programming with Lego Spike Prime – Class Session in OpenZone
This session elevates your Upper Key Stage 2 computing curriculum with LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime. Students will tackle sophisticated engineering challenges, using sensors and motors to build complex autonomous robots. … Continued
South Shields, Tyne & Wear NE331JF United Kingdom
Duo Course: Y3 Creating Media – Desktop publishing with Google Slides (Christmas) – Tuesday 20th October 2026
This DUO CPD session brings desktop publishing to life in a hands-on, creative digital design workshop! Using Google Slides and festive design challenges, teachers will discover how … Continued
South Shields, Tyne & Wear NE331JF United Kingdom
Apple RTC Conference: AI & Accessibility in the Classroom 22.10.26
Apple RTC Conference: AI & Accessibility in the Classroom Transform your classroom this term with cutting-edge, inclusive technology strategies. The South Tyneside Apple Regional Training Centre, in partnership with … Continued
South Shields, Tyne & Wear NE331JF United Kingdom
Class Session in OpenZone – Year 4 – Year 4 Repetition in Shapes – Using Pictoblox AI
Follow on session: Year 3/4 Repetition in Shapes – Using Pictoblox AI- Discover the beauty of pattern through code! In OpenZone “Repetition in Shapes” unit from the Teach Computing curriculum. … Continued
South Shields, Tyne & Wear NE331JF United Kingdom
Fablab – Learn How to 3D Print
Fablab 3D Print Session Suitable for ages 16+ - Monday 2nd November 2026 Booking Required Cost - £22.38 booking fee included Come along to this session in FabLab at … Continued
South Shields, Tyne & Wear NE331JF United Kingdom