Folkestone Academy has been recognised as a Google Reference School for our outstanding commitment to digital innovation and the impactful use of technology in the classroom.
This prestigious accreditation is awarded to schools that have demonstrated a high level of expertise in using Google Workspace for Education and Chromebooks to drive positive learning outcomes.
To achieve this status, Folkestone Academy met the rigorous criteria, including widespread adoption of Google tools across all year groups and a significant percentage of staff becoming Google Certified Educators.
Beyond just a title, being a Reference School means joining an exclusive global community of leaders in education. Our school serves as "beacons of best practice," often hosting visitors from other districts, sharing advice on digital transformation, and participating in early access programs to trial new Google features before they are released to the public.
For parents and students, the status is a hallmark of a future-forward environment where students gain the essential digital literacy and collaboration skills needed for the modern world.
Innovative Pedagogy: Using tools like Google Classroom and Gemini AI to create personalised, interactive learning experiences.
Teacher Excellence: A staff body that is highly trained, with many holding Level 1, Level 2, or Trainer certifications.
1:1 Device Access: Ensuring students have seamless, equitable access to technology (typically Chromebooks) both at home and in school.
Knowledge Sharing: Acting as a mentor to other schools by hosting events and sharing successful integration strategies.
