A BRADFORD school has been recognised for being part of an "elite" group.

Wilsden Primary achieved the award in recognition of its commitment to using digital technology to inspire children, further their learning and support vulnerable pupils using a range of Microsoft technology. 

The Microsoft Showcase Schools Program is an opportunity to engage with Microsoft and like-minded school leaders around the world to deepen and expand education transformation using the Education Transformation Framework. 

Wilsden began its journey in 2020, when the school was looking at how they can utilise technology to enhance the learning of pupils.

Having demonstrated that they would use every piece of the Transformation Framework, the school will now receive free training, before going on to support other schools.

The school introduced the “Reading Progress” tool, using the analysis it provides to engage more learners.

Head of School Andrew Chadwick said: “We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with Microsoft as part of their group of Showcase Schools. 

“Along the journey, we have picked up some great new ideas to improve the learning and overall engagement of students. 

“We’re always searching for ways to improve and we want to continue to develop the use of technology for our pupils.”