Learn more about our 2024 SMART Exemplary Schools

• Aberdeen City Council, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

  

  SMART Exemplary Council

  Aberdeen City Council has seen the pedagogical benefits of partnering with SMART for many years, noting the importance of ensuring their learners have an active and engaging education. Classrooms across all 61 schools use SMART hardware and software to enhance children’s learning experience across the curriculum, promoting self-esteem, inclusion and an eagerness to take part and learn.

   

• Aberdeenshire Council, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

  

  SMART Exemplary Council

  167 schools, spread out across 6,313 km², Aberdeenshire is the 4th largest area of Scotland. At the centre of this is the Love Learning Team. This team has a firm focus on the pedagogical rational behind all they do and are committed to lifelong learning through an ongoing process of professional review and development that impact the learning of children and young people. It is a testament to the amazing Love Learning Team at Aberdeenshire Council that their pedagogical theories and professional practice really improve outcomes in learning and teaching.

   

• Al Firdous Private School, Seeb, Oman

  

  SMART Exemplary School

  As a bilingual institution focused on integrating technology into education, Al Firdous Private School nurtures a wide range of skills and prepares students for the future by fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Committed to innovation and excellence, Al Firdous uses SMART Interactive Displays to enhance learning and inspire students every day. 

   

• Fife Council, Glenrothes, Scotland, United Kingdom

  

  SMART Exemplary Council

  Fife is Scotland’s second largest education authority and provides a broad and balanced education to over 55,000 children and young people in 159 establishments ranging from small rural schools to state-of-the-art, purpose-built schools in urban areas. They have more highly skilled literate children than ever in Fife and literacy is rising and has increased in all levels from the early stages through to post 16 education. The effective use of digital technologies and skills is a vital part of all schools in Fife. The Education Support Officer Team have an effective and robust training program focused on the pedagogy of digital literacy. SMART and Fife’s Digital Learning Team work in partnership across the schools to ensure the learning and teaching is inspiring the lives of teachers and children in Fife.

   

• GEI's Subhedar Wada Medium School, Mumbai, India

  

  SMART Exemplary School

  Over the last decade, GEI's Subhedar Wada School has emerged as a digital pioneer in Marathi medium education. The school's commitment to leveraging digital tools has revolutionized its educational approach, enhancing learning experiences by making lessons more interactive and engaging. The recent installation of SMART Interactive Displays has further strengthened its digital infrastructure and journey of innovation while maintaining its Marathi medium ethos. Headmistress Vrushali Phade has seen increased engagement and curiosity among students as lessons come to life through interactive content. GEI's story is a powerful testament to how innovation transcends language barriers, inspiring other institutions to follow suit and proving that a forward-thinking approach can lead to remarkable success in education. 

   

• Midlothian Council, Dalkeith, Scotland, United Kingdom

  

  SMART Exemplary Council

  Midlothian is the fastest growing authority in Scotland and currently consists of 15,000 young learners within 42 establishments. In 2023, Midlothian started a new project to improve learning and teaching across the council. This Digital Transformation project, “Equip for Learning,” looked to enhance the digital skills for learning, life and work. Midlothian Council saw the key benefits that SMART could offer in relation to interactivity, engagement and collaboration. This project has received National awards and short listed for Bett and Garner awards. Local school inspectors have also noted that 75% of schools now have Digital Technology as a key strength within their schools. SMART’s partnership with Midlothian Council continues with ongoing professional developments programs and Ambassador meetings.

   

• North Lanarkshire Council, Motherwell, Scotland, United Kingdom

  

  SMART Exemplary Council

  North Lanarkshire Council have recently established a single supplier contract to provide a consistent approach for all their 154 schools within the North Lanarkshire Area. SMART and NLC are working in partnership to ensure a consistent delivery of a high-quality digital learning experiences across all areas within the council. All the NLC Digital Pedagogy Team are signed up as SMART Ambassadors and SMART’s partnership with North Lanarkshire will continue with ongoing professional developments programs to enhance the learning and teaching.

   

• Sense Kaleidoscopes, Begaluru, India

  

  Showcase Exemplary School: Inclusion

  Sense Kaleidoscopes (SK), founded in 2013, is a pioneering institution dedicated to transforming education for neurodivergent individuals, particularly gifted autistic students. SK has created a unique, attachment-based, community-focused environment that fosters both cognitive and creative growth. At the heart of this approach is the integration of SMART Interactive Displays and software, which have revolutionized lesson planning and delivery. These tools are essential in helping students develop their conceptual skills, making education more interactive, engaging, and tailored to each learner's unique needs. By combining technological integration with a focus on socio-emotional development and artistic expression, Sense Kaleidoscopes is redefining education and setting a new standard for inclusivity and empowerment in India. 

   

• Surana High Tech International School, Chennai, India

  

  Showcase Exemplary School

  As a prestigious educational institution, Surana High Tech International School is committed to providing its students with a dynamic, tech-enabled learning environment. Under the leadership of Mr. Anand Surana, the school has seamlessly integrated advanced technology into its curriculum, setting new benchmarks in teaching and learning. The widespread adoption of SMART Interactive Displays has transformed classrooms into dynamic, interactive spaces where digital tools enhance engagement and understanding. This forward-thinking approach has revolutionized the learning experience, making lessons more interactive, collaborative, and relevant to the modern world.